The Central & Southern Ohio Region of the American Red Cross

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The Central & Southern Ohio Region of the American Red Cross

The Central & Southern Ohio Region of the American Red Cross serves 6.1 million people in 47 counties.

Local Events

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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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.

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Humanitarian of the Year

Virtual Livestream Event
November 2, 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

The Central & Southern Ohio Region of the American Red Cross serves the area through 5 chapter locations and 6 Blood Donation Centers.
Find the local chapter nearest you.
Find the local chapter nearest you.
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Chapter and Office Locations

Greater Cincinnati Tri-State Chapter
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2111 Dana Ave.
Cincinnati, OH 45207
513-579-3000 Details
Greater Columbus Chapter
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995 E. Broad Street
Columbus, OH 43205
614-253-2740 Details
East Central Ohio Chapter
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143 S. 30th Street
Newark, OH 43058
740-349-9442 Details
South Central Ohio Chapter
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181 N. Bridge Street
Chillicothe, OH 45601
740-772-2014 Details
Miami Valley Chapter
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370 West 1st Street
Dayton, OH 45207
937-222-6711 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

Lewis Center Red Cross Blood and Platelet Donation Center
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1327 Cameron Avenue
Lewis Center, OH 43035
1-800-RED CROSS Details
Licking Red Cross Blood Donation Center
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1272 West Main Street
Newark, OH 43055
1-800-RED CROSS Details
Carriage Place Blood Donation Center
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4820 Sawmill Road
Columbus, OH 43235
1-800-RED CROSS Details
Stone Ridge Red Cross Blood and Platelet Donation Center
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337 Stone Ridge Lane
Gahanna, OH 43230
1-800-RED CROSS Details
Columbus Westbelt Red Cross Blood Donation Center
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4327 Equity Drive
Columbus, OH 43228
1-800-RED CROSS Details

News

A cardiac arrest survivor often requires comprehensive, multidisciplinary support services to thrive. The Red Cross has updated its cardiac arrest chains of survival to add a “recovery” step. Survival rates from cardiac arrest – whether in-hospital or out-of-hospital – are now simply one measure of success.
Red Cross Adds Recovery Step to Cardiac Arrest Chains of Survival
October 08, 2021
Turn around. Don't drown.
Southeast Under Flood Warnings — Follow these Safety Steps
October 07, 2021
Red Cross Still Aiding Recovery Efforts After Hurricane Ida
October 07, 2021
Afghanistan: How the Red Cross and Red Crescent are Helping
October 05, 2021

Press Releases

Fire Prevention Week: Test smoke alarms now before cold weather brings increased threat of home fires
October 06, 2021
Ameriprise Financial, Inc. Supports American Red Cross Humanitarian Mission Through Disaster Responder Program
September 30, 2021
Blood Donors Urgently Needed This Fall as COVID-19 Pandemic Continues
September 29, 2021
Emergency blood shortage — Donor turnout reaches lowest levels of the year amid delta variant outbreak
September 27, 2021

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Central & Southern Ohio Region Blog

Volunteer Profile: Bill Slocum in Licking County

Licking County resident Bill Slocum is committed to his Red Cross volunteer job as a Transportation Specialist. “There are lots of things you can do in life… Read more "Volunteer Profile: Bill Slocum in Licking County"

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Volunteer Profile: Jeff Slattery, winner of the 2020-21 Exceptional Volunteer Service Award

“I enjoy being able to help my neighbors and people in need, and to be able to use my medical expertise,” Jeff Slattery said as he talked… Read more "Volunteer Profile: Jeff Slattery, winner of the 2020-21 Exceptional Volunteer Service Award"

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