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The American Red Cross Minnesota and Dakotas Region

The American Red Cross of Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota serves more than 7.3 million people and is comprised of 9 community chapters and 5 blood donation centers.

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Join our Fall 50 Mile Challenge to Support Disaster Relief - Run or Walk!

Challenge yourself to 50 miles this fall  to raise funds for people affected by disasters like storms, floods, and countless other crises.  Throughout the Challenge, participants will receive messages of encouragement and fundraising tips via our supportive Facebook group.

Registration opens September 10th.  Challenge starts October 1st and concludes November 5th.

Fall Guys with the Red Cross
Join our charity streaming event and video game tournament to help people impacted by disasters.

You can help your local Red Cross, play games, save lives, and earn cool prizes, including a trip to Las Vegas!

Sept. 9th - Oct. 16th

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Minnesota Region Powering the Mission

This brand-new virtual event will be the American Red Cross  
Minnesota and Dakotas Region’s signature fundraising event of the year.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Powering the Mission!

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2020 Year in Review
2020 Year in Review
Highlights from our work in 2020

View some highlights from the Minnesota and Dakotas Region showing how our volunteers, staff, and donors made a difference for thousands of people near and far.

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Prevent the Spread of COVID-19: Stay Safe & Help Others
Prevent the Spread of COVID-19: Stay Safe & Help Others
Information on how to stay safe and stop the spread of Covid-19.
Virtual Family Assistance Center (COVID-19 Condolence Care)
Virtual Family Assistance Center (COVID-19 Condolence Care)
Information and resources for those who have lost a loved one to the coronavirus.

News

Hurricane Ida: Red Cross Still Helping Weeks after Storm Hit U.S.
September 21, 2021
Wear a Mask
COVID-19 News: U.S. to Lift International Air Travel Restrictions
September 20, 2021
Red Cross Celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month
Red Cross Celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month
September 16, 2021
Help ease severe pain for patients – Red Cross launches sickle cell initiative
September 14, 2021
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90% of the Red Cross Work Force are Volunteers
90% of the Red Cross Work Force are Volunteers
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Locations

We serve our communities through 9 chapter locations and 5 Blood Donation Centers.
The Minnesota and Dakotas Region is comprised of 9 local chapters
The Minnesota and Dakotas Region is comprised of 9 local chapters
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Chapter and Office Locations

Twin Cities - Minnesota and Dakotas Region Headquarters
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1201 West River Parkway
Minneapolis, MN 55454
(612) 871-7676 Details
Northern Minnesota
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2524 Maple Grove Rd.
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 722-0071 Details
Southeast Minnesota
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305 Alliance Place NE
Rochester, MN 55906
(507) 287-2200 Details
Central Minnesota
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1301 West St. Germain St.
St. Cloud, MN 56301
(320) 251-7641 Details
Southwest Minnesota
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421 East Hickory Street Suite 403
Mankato, MN 56001
(507) 387-6664 Details
Eastern South Dakota
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2925 E. 57th Street
Sioux Falls, SD 57108
605-336-2448 Details
Western North Dakota
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2021 4th Ave. NW
Minot, ND 58703
701-368-4035 Details
Bismarck Office
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1720 Burnt Boat Drive Suite 107
Bismarck, ND 58503
701-364-1800
Eastern North Dakota & Northwestern Minnesota
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2602 12th Street North
Fargo, ND 58102
701-364-1800 Details
Central & Western South Dakota
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1221 North Maple Avenue
Rapid City, SD 57701
605-342-4010 Details

Blood Donation Centers

The need for blood is constant and your contribution is important for a healthy and reliable blood supply. You will feel good knowing you've helped change a life. Schedule an appointment at one of our locations.

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Blood Donation Center Locations

St. Paul Blood and Platelet Donation Center
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176 South Robert Street
Saint Paul, MN 55107
1-800-RED CROSS Details
Arden Hills Red Cross Blood and Platelet Donation Center
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1160 W. County Rd E.
Arden Hills, MN 55112
1-800-RED CROSS Details
Bloomington Red Cross Blood, Platelet and Plasma Donation Center
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505 W 98th Street
Bloomington, MN 55420
1-800-RED CROSS Details
Minneapolis Red Cross Blood and Platelet Donation Center
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1201 West River Parkway
Minneapolis, MN 55454
1-800-RED CROSS Details
Saint Cloud Red Cross Blood and Platelet Donation Center
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1301 West St. Germain Street
Saint Cloud, MN 56301
1-800-RED CROSS Details

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20 Years On: Remembering 9/11

By Melanie Tschida – American Red Cross Minnesota and Dakotas Region Like most people, I remember exactly where I was on September 11, 2001 when I heard the news of the first plane hitting the World Trade Center. I was at the Red Cross office in Rochester, Minnesota, and within minutes of receiving that first …

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Cis Big Crow Recognized for 20 Years of Red Cross Service

Volunteering comes naturally to Cis Big Crow, a member of the Oglala Sioux Tribe and an American Red Cross volunteer. “I guess volunteering just grew on me. And I didn’t realize how many years I was with the Red Cross,” she says. Since 1999, when a deadly tornado struck the Pine Ridge Reservation, Big Crow …

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