Northern Ohio Region

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The American Red Cross Northern Ohio Region

The American Red Cross of Northern Ohio provides compassionate care to those in need. Our generous donors, volunteers and employees share this mission.

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If your life has been impacted by the Red Cross - from the response to a home fire to a lifesaving blood transfusion to an emergency military communication - or any of the other ways the Red Cross touches lives, let us know.

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Events

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Sound the Alarm. Save a Life. Volunteer Opportunity!

April 25 - May 10, 2025

Join us to install free smoke alarms and share safety information in at-risk communities

Run for the Red - Glass City Marathon

Join Us!

April 27, 2025

University of Toledo

Calling All Runners!

Hero Awards and the Lorraine Dodero Community Leader Award

Thursday, June 5, 2025

Cleveland Marriott Downtown at Key Tower

Join Us To Celebrate Our Local Heroes

North Central Ohio Hero Awards

Wednesday, October 22, 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Findlay

Registration: 11:30 AM | Event Start: 12:00 PM

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90% of the Red Cross Work Force are Volunteers

Volunteer

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Expert Training That Fits Your Schedule

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Locations

The Northern Ohio Region is comprised of 5 chapters and 4 Blood Donation Centers.

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Find the local chapter nearest you.

Find the local chapter near you

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Chapter and Office Locations

Northeast Ohio

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3747 Euclid Ave.
Cleveland, OH 44115

216-431-3010 Details

North Central Ohio

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125 Fair Street
Findlay, OH 45840

419-422-9322 Details

Western Lake Erie

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1111 Research Dr.
Toledo, OH 43614

419-329-2900 Details

Greater Akron and the Mahoning Valley

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501 West Market St.
Akron, OH 44303

330-535-6131 Details

Heartland, Stark and Muskingum Lakes

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408 9th Street, SW
Canton, OH 44707

330-453-0146 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

Cleveland Blood, Platelet and Plasma Donation Center - Warzel

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3747 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44115

1-800-RED CROSS Details

Parma Red Cross Blood, Platelet and Plasma Donation Center

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5585 Pearl Road
Parma, OH 44129

1-800-RED CROSS Details

Akron Red Cross Blood, Platelet and Plasma Donation Center - Summit

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501 West Market St
Akron, OH 44303

1-800-RED CROSS Details

Toledo Red Cross Blood and Platelet Donation Center

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3510 Executive Parkway
Toledo, OH 43606

1-800-RED CROSS Details

Local News and Press Releases

News Articles

A mother, child and Kenyan Red Cross Society volunteer sit together in a clinic, waiting for an immunization.

Measles & Rubella Spotlight: Partnership Country Kenya

April 27, 2025

5 Tips to Help Keep Campers Safe

April 23, 2025

National Volunteer Week: Heroes Who Support Red Cross Mission

April 18, 2025

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Marilyn Jimenez: Saving lives through Blood Donation

April 15, 2025

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Press Releases

Get ready for swim season today with critical water safety skills for kids

April 23, 2025

Red Cross providing relief to thousands across Midwest and South after recent flooding, tornadoes

April 18, 2025

Revitalized Red Cross Babysitter’s Training course boosts confidence, safety and skills

April 16, 2025

March 26 marks Red Cross Giving Day to rally 30,000 people to help families affected by disasters

March 25, 2025

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News From Across the Region

National Volunteer Week Spotlight: Long-time blood donor ambassador has no plans to slow down

By Jim McIntyre. American Red Cross volunteer Carol O’Brien is approaching her 25th anniversary as an American Red Cross Blood Donor Ambassador, a volunteer role she relishes with the same enthusiasm she had when she started her Red Cross career … Continue reading →
National Volunteer Week Spotlight: Photographer finds picture perfect volunteer opportunities

By Ryan Lang, American Red Cross The American Red Cross would not operate at the level it does without its incredible volunteers. In fact, 90% of the Red Cross mission is accomplished by volunteers, many of whom are utilizing their … Continue reading →
National Volunteer Week Spotlight: Kevin Kovak Delivers Critical Blood Supplies Throughout Northern Ohio

By Tim Poe, American Red Cross volunteer. Standing in line at a doctor’s office, Kevin Kovak and the person in front of him discussed the time they had after retirement. The person said he was quite busy, helping others as … Continue reading →
National Volunteer Week spotlight: Proud volunteer says Red Cross chapter feels like home

By EILENE E. GUY, American Red Cross volunteer “There’s a lot of pride in that vest.” Teresa Greenlief considers herself a hard-core American Red Cross volunteer. Retired on disability after 15 years as a firefighter/EMT, she spends as much as … Continue reading →
National Volunteer Week Spotlight: Volunteer gives back to Red Cross after it reunited family years ago

By Kathryn Dean, American Red Cross volunteer “…and I knew from that point on, even as young as I was…I said to myself, ‘when I’m old, I’m going to volunteer for the Red Cross,” said Linda Consolo of Stow. A … Continue reading →

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Locations

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Northeast Ohio

North Central Ohio

Western Lake Erie

Greater Akron and the Mahoning Valley

Heartland, Stark and Muskingum Lakes

Northeast Ohio

North Central Ohio

Western Lake Erie

Greater Akron and the Mahoning Valley

Heartland, Stark and Muskingum Lakes

Blood Donation Centers

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Cleveland Blood, Platelet and Plasma Donation Center - Warzel

Parma Red Cross Blood, Platelet and Plasma Donation Center

Akron Red Cross Blood, Platelet and Plasma Donation Center - Summit

Toledo Red Cross Blood and Platelet Donation Center

Cleveland Blood, Platelet and Plasma Donation Center - Warzel

Parma Red Cross Blood, Platelet and Plasma Donation Center

Akron Red Cross Blood, Platelet and Plasma Donation Center - Summit

Toledo Red Cross Blood and Platelet Donation Center

Local News and Press Releases

News Articles

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News From Across the Region

National Volunteer Week Spotlight: Long-time blood donor ambassador has no plans to slow down

National Volunteer Week Spotlight: Photographer finds picture perfect volunteer opportunities

National Volunteer Week Spotlight: Kevin Kovak Delivers Critical Blood Supplies Throughout Northern Ohio

National Volunteer Week spotlight: Proud volunteer says Red Cross chapter feels like home

National Volunteer Week Spotlight: Volunteer gives back to Red Cross after it reunited family years ago