The first Kentucky chapter of the American Red Cross was chartered in 1917. The Bluegrass Area Chapter of the American Red Cross is proud to serve the communities of Adair, Bell, Bourbon, Boyle, Casey, Clark, Clay, Clinton, Cumberland, Estill, Fayette, Garrard, Harlan, Harrison, Jackson, Jessamine, Knox, Laurel, Lee, Lincoln, Madison, McCreary, Mercer, Nicholas, Owsley, Powell, Pulaski, Rockcastle, Russell, Scott, Wayne, Whitley and Woodford counties. Donations and volunteers are accepted.