CRI San Lorenzello

Croce Rossa Italiana – Comitato di San Lorenzello is a nonprofit local committee of the Italian Red Cross, based in San Lorenzello, with an operational unit in Faicchio. Founded as a territorial unit of the Benevento committee, it became autonomous in 2020 and has since grown to more than 200 volunteer personnel. Its work follows the Red Cross principles of humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity and universality.

The committee supports community health and wellbeing through assistance, health protection and transport for people who are ill or injured. Local services also include “Pronto Farmaco” and “Pronto Spesa,” helping people access medicines and essential shopping. Its broader activities include social inclusion, distributing food and basic necessities, and preparing for and responding to disasters. The organization promotes humanitarian principles, volunteer development and training, offering courses for volunteers and employees across health, emergency response, safety, inclusion and other areas. It also runs youth initiatives, blood donation awareness activities and community events.