What does the cryptic crossword clue "Evidently embarrassed to be associated with growing relief organisation? (3,8)" mean?

The definition is "relief organisation". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). RED (synonym="evidently embarrassed") + CRESCENT (synonym="growing, as in the moon") = RED CRESCENT; definition: "relief organisation?" The answer is RED CRESCENT.

Evidently embarrassed to be associated with growing relief organisation? (3,8)

Times Cryptic #28660 | 3 Down | 2023-07-20 flower

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