North Central Florida Chapter
The North Central Florida Chapter of the American Red Cross proudly serves over 550,000 residents in Alachua, Bradford, Columbia, Dixie, Gilchrist, Hamiton, Lafayette, Levy, Madison, Suwannee, Taylor and Union counties.
Every March, we celebrate the neighbors, volunteers, and donors who make our lifesaving work possible. Join us by giving blood, volunteering, attending events, learning lifesaving skills, or donating.
The Red Cross is here for you. Please call us 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767) - 24 hours a day.
We provide help for members of the military, veterans and their families to prepare for, cope with and respond to the challenges of military service. Call 1-877-272-7337 (24 hours a day) or click below to learn more.
The Red Cross offers classes in: CPR, first aid, lifeguarding, learn to swim, water safety and more. Click below to learn more.
For questions about classes or certification cards you may also call: 1-800-RED-CROSS.
Help people affected by disasters big and small.
Your time and talent can make a real difference in people's lives.
The Red Cross actively supports fundraising on many popular platforms - whether you use Facebook, Instagram, or prefer to live stream, we have the resources to get you started!
Would you like to request the Red Cross at your event or a Red Cross Speaker? Please complete this form.
Joni leads efforts to strengthen community partnerships and expand mission delivery, bringing more than 10 years of experience in nonprofit leadership, fundraising, community mobilization and program development. Prior to joining the Red Cross, she held leadership roles in the nonprofit sector in Gainesville, Florida, and Charleston, South Carolina, where she increased community visibility, reactivated volunteer leadership groups and supported significant philanthropic growth. She holds a Master of Public Administration in Nonprofit Leadership from Florida State University, a Master of Education in Teaching and Learning from Francis Marion University, and a Ph.D. in Humanities Leadership from The School of the Great Commission. A longtime Gainesville resident, Joni is deeply committed to service and empowering communities through strategic, mission-driven work.
