Northeast Ohio
Serving Cuyahoga, Lake, Geauga and Ashtabula Counties
The Red Cross is here for you. Please call us.
Residents of Cuyahoga, Lake, Geauga and Ashtabula Counties: 216-431-3010, option 1
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.
It’s easy to get involved with the Red Cross in Ohio. Local opportunities include becoming a trained disaster relief response volunteer helping people affected by home fires; supporting trauma, cancer, and other patients in need by donating blood, platelet, and plasma at our area blood drives; and learning CPR, First AID, and other lifesaving skills that will prepare you to respond to emergencies.
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 Northern Ohio 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!
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!
Rear Admiral Michael N. Parks, United States CoastGuard, Retired, assumed the responsibilities in April 2015as Regional Executive of the Northern Ohio Region ofthe American Red Cross. In this capacity he oversees fiveAmerican Red Cross Chapters covering 31 Northern Ohiocounties serving 5.3 million people.
From 2010 to 2013, Parks was based in Cleveland and served as Commander, Ninth Coast Guard District, responsible for leading and directing all Coast Guard operations throughout the eight-state Great Lakes region, including the 1,500-mile international border with Canada. In that capacity he led more than 6,000 active, reserve, civilian and auxiliary (volunteer) personnel at 75 operational units.
During his 35-year Coast Guard career, Parks was deployed in 2010 in support of the U.S. Southern Command to help direct emergency response following the devastating earthquake inHaiti, working directly with the Joint Chiefs of Staff. He also deployed in response to HurricaneKatrina in 2005, providing port security, search and rescue, and support for recovery efforts.
While serving for over a decade in the Red Cross, Parks has deployed around the country more than a dozen times supporting major disaster relief efforts.
Parks has a Bachelor of Science degree in Government from the U.S. Coast Guard Academy, a Master of Public Administration degree from George Washington University, and a Master of Science degree in National Security Strategy and Policy from the National War College.
He and his wife Cynthia have two daughters and live in Bay Village.
Tim O'Toole
Chief Operating Officer
Phone: 216-431-3661
Barbara Thomas
Senior Disaster Program Manager
Phone: 330-323-9377
Emily Probst
Regional Disaster Officer
Phone: 216-219-9349
Michelle Polinko
Chief Development Officer
Phone: 216-233-9645
Gail Wernick
Regional Volunteer Services Officer
Phone: 216-431-3370
Christy Peters
Regional Communications Director
Phone: 216-308-8348
Alaina Foster
Regional Service to the Armed Forces and International Services Manager
Phone: 216-399-1298
For all inquiries about our classes, please call 800-REDCROSS (800-733-2677)
For all inquiries about our blood donation services, please call 800-REDCROSS (800-733-2677)
*EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE – denotes the Director is a member of the Executive Committee
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