World Red Cross Day, also known as World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day, is observed on May 8th each year. It is an annual commemoration of the birth anniversary of Henry Dunant, the founder of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) and the recipient of the first Nobel Peace Prize. 

• The International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement has millions of volunteers, members, and employees spread throughout more than 190 nations, making it the greatest humanitarian network in the world.
• The theme of World Red Cross Day changes every year and is chosen to highlight the humanitarian work and services provided by the Red Cross around the world. 
• This year's theme of World Red Cross Day is, "Everything we do comes from the heart."