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Residents of Fulton, Henry, Lucas, Ottawa, Sandusky, Wood Counties in Ohio and Monroe County in Michigan dial 419-329-2900, option 1.
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Blood that is donated through the American Red Cross helps patients of all ages including cancer and sickle cell patients, trauma and burn patients, and patients with chronic diseases. Take a look at our eligibility requirements and schedule an appointment to give blood today. A one-time blood donation can save more than one life!
The American Red Cross provides help for members of the military, veterans, and their families to prepare for, cope with and respond to the challenges of military service. Learn how our nonprofit helps active military members and veterans in Ohio.
The American Red Cross offers a selection of classes where you can learn and become certified in various lifesaving skills. Our nonprofit near you has both online and in-person options for CPR certification and CPR classes, first aid and water safety training, and child care training.
It’s easy to get involved with the Red Cross in Ohio. Local opportunities include becoming a trained disaster relief response volunteer helping people affected by home fires; supporting trauma, cancer, and other patients in need by donating blood, platelet, and plasma at our area blood drives; and learning CPR, First AID, and other lifesaving skills that will prepare you to respond to emergencies.
The best way to provide immediate relief to your neighbors facing emergency situations is through a monetary donation. Our disaster assistance programs rely heavily on the generous financial support of citizens in the Northern Ohio region. Even if you only have a few dollars to spare, your donation to American Red Cross disaster relief will make a significant difference in the lives of those facing disasters. Make a one-time donation today either online, by phone, or by mail, or set up a recurring monthly donation to make an even bigger difference.
The humanitarian work that we do at American Red Cross would not be possible without our volunteers. We have a variety of disaster relief volunteer opportunities available, as well as potential positions focused on facility management, health and safety, service to the Armed Forces, and professional specialties like photography, IT, and more. Check out our current volunteer opportunities near you!
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Deb Pressley
Disaster Program Manager
419-604-1420
Email Deb Pressley
Denise LaFleur
Fleet Coordinator II
567-202-7304
Email Denise LaFleur
Gail Wernick
Regional Volunteer Services Officer
216-431-3370
Email Gail Wernick
Kevin Brooks
Volunteer Recruitment Specialist
419-621-6277
Email Kevin Brooks
Emily Probst
Regional Disaster Officer
216-219-9349
Email Emily Probst
Peggy Holewinski
Major Gifts Officer
419-360-2260
Email Peggy Holewinski
Scott Herr
Regional Grants Coord.
419-469-4669
Email Scott Herr
Alaina R. Foster, Ed.D.
Regional Program Manager, Service to the Armed Forces & International Services
216-399-1298
Email Alaina Foster
Jim McIntyre
Regional Communications Director
216-213-4670
Email Jim McIntyre
Mark Tomesek
Disaster Program Specialist
419-410-4917
Email Mark Tomesek
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