The Red Cross is here for you. Please call us at 1-844-292-7677 for assistance.
Information on blood drives, blood donation appointments as well as your personal blood donor account can be found on our Red Cross Blood website (click the link below). You may also call us 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767).
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.
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 Minnesota and Dakotas 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 in Rochester & Southeast Minnesota!
Host a charity stream by playing your favorite video games while raising life-saving funds to help those in need. You can also fundraise your way by energizing your community through celebrating a special occasion or being creative to help to those in need. Click a button below to get started!
Melanie Tschida
507-287-2254
melanie.tschida@redcross.org
Melanie Tschida began volunteering with the American Red Cross in 1993 as a summer intern. Later that year, she joined the staff as the Assistant Director for the Southeast Minnesota Chapter. During her career, Melanie has had direct involvement in teaching classes, responding to disasters, donating blood, raising funds, recruiting volunteers, strategic planning and leadership development. Since 2003, she has served as the Executive Director for the American Red Cross serving Southeast Minnesota and also served as the Regional Executive for the Southern Minnesota Region from 2007-2014. Melanie holds a B.A. in Communications from Winona State University and an M.A. in Philanthropy and Development from St. Mary’s University. She lives in Rochester with her husband and two children.
Dan Christianson – Chair, F & M Community Bank
Tyler Hulsebus, Vice Chair – Hormel Foods
Connie Benjamin – Secretary, retired
Dave Moertel – Past Chair, Mayo Clinic
Jenny Albright – Mayo Clinic
Josh Benson – RSM
Mark Benscoter – Mayo Clinic
Rob Cunningham – Olmsted Medical Center
Ryland Eichhorst – Oronoco Mayor
Nikki Erickson – Federated Insurance
Teri Otte – Graco
Jack Priggen – Cardinal of Minnesota
Chad Schmitz – Mayo Clinic
Sue Schwartz – Mayo Clinic
Mark Zoller – Atlas Insurance
