German Red Cross Reports €60 Million Decline in Donations for 2024

DRK President highlights a sharp drop in contributions compared to 2023, citing ongoing global crises and hopes for recovery in 2025.

The German Red Cross (DRK) received €40 million in donations in 2024, a significant decrease from €99 million in 2023.
DRK President Gerda Hasselfeldt attributed 2023's higher donations to the response to devastating earthquakes in Turkey and Syria that killed over 60,000 people.
Approximately €10 million of 2024 donations were allocated to aid Ukraine, where the population faces a harsh winter and widespread infrastructure destruction.
The humanitarian situation in Gaza was described as 'catastrophic,' with limited access to deliver essential goods and services to those in need.
The DRK anticipates increased donations in 2025 to continue supporting global humanitarian efforts effectively.