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Does Red Cross (donation)
code as Nonprofit?

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MCC Code
8398
Category
Charitable / Social Service Organizations
Reward Category
Nonprofit
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Frequently asked questions
What MCC code does Red Cross (donation) use?
Red Cross (donation) uses MCC 8398 — Charitable / Social Service Organizations. This is the four-digit Merchant Category Code assigned to Red Cross (donation) by card networks and determines how your purchase is categorized for rewards.
Does Red Cross (donation) count as charitable / social service organizations for credit card rewards?
Yes — Red Cross (donation) codes as Charitable / Social Service Organizations (MCC 8398), so purchases here should earn bonus rewards on cards that offer a charitable / social service organizations category bonus.
Which credit card earns the most rewards at Red Cross (donation)?
The best card depends on how Red Cross (donation) codes. Since it uses MCC 8398 (Charitable / Social Service Organizations), look for cards that offer bonus rewards in that category. Check the card recommendations above for the top options.