Samariterbund Wien
Based in Vienna, Samariterbund Wien is a volunteer‑driven branch of the Austrian Red Cross that mobilizes over 1,200 volunteers and more than 1,100 full‑time st
Company facts
- Founded
- 1927
- Employees
- 5,000
- Headquarters
- United States
- Type
- Non-Profit
About
Based in Vienna, Samariterbund Wien is a volunteer‑driven branch of the Austrian Red Cross that mobilizes over 1,200 volunteers and more than 1,100 full‑time staff to deliver life‑saving emergency medical services, first‑aid training, and comprehensive health and social care. The organization’s core offerings include ambulance and medical transport, disaster relief, and a broad spectrum of social programs such as homelessness and refugee support, youth work, and community‑based care. Its distinctive strength lies in its commitment to societal solidarity—providing inclusive, culturally‑sensitive services that transcend ethnicity, religion, and worldview. Samariterbund Wien’s integrated approach, combining medical expertise with community outreach, positions it as a leading provider of emergency and social support in the region.