North Central Chapter

The American Red Cross North Central Chapter serves communities across these Wisconsin counties: Iron, Vilas, Florence, Oneida, Forest, Lincoln, Langlade, Menominee, Marathon, Shawano, Wood and Portage. Our Chapter also serves five counties in the U.P. of Michigan: Keweenaw, Houghton, Ontonagon, Iron and Gogebic. In addition, this Chapter serves the Forest County Potawatomi, Lac du Flambeau Band of Lake Superior Chippewa, Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin, Sokaogon Chippewa Community, Stockbridge-Munsee Band of Mohican Indians, and Lac Vieux Desert Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians.

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1155 Grand Ave. Suite 1

Schofield, WI 54476

Phone: 715-301-7721

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3201 Main Street

Stevens Point, WI 54481

Call 1-800-RED-CROSS to schedule an appointment

Do You Need Assistance?

Have you been affected by a home fire or other disaster?

The Red Cross is here for you. Please call us 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767) - 24 hours a day.

Visit our Get Help page for additional resources.

Do you need information about giving blood, or would you like to set up a blood drive?

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).

Visit the Red Cross Blood Website

Are you a member of the military and need assistance?

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.

Learn about military assistance

Would you like to learn lifesaving skills, become a lifeguard, or learn to swim?

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.

Explore Red Cross classes

Help Others

It’s easy to get involved with the Red Cross in Wisconsin. 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.

Give a Gift

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 Wisconsin 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.

We cannot accept donations of household goods or clothing. Please consider supporting us with a financial gift.

Donate

Volunteer

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!

Volunteer

Start an Online Fundraiser

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!

Fundraise for the Red Cross

Leadership

Kathryn Halvorsen

Chapter Executive

Kathryn Halvorsen is a familiar face in Central Wisconsin. Her experience includes serving as the evening anchor at WAOW News 9 in Wausau. Prior to that, Halvorsen anchored and reported in Traverse City, Michigan. Halvorsen is a native of Crystal Lake IL and currently lives in Wausau. Her positive energy will be an asset as she aspires to giving back to the community. As a natural storyteller, Halvorsen hopes to use her networking skills to establish new relationships and further advance the Red Cross mission. Spending nearly six years storytelling for TV, she is excited to continue to tell the great stories of Red Crossers moving forward.

Board of Directors

Jay Cricks
NorthStar Restoration Services Owner
Board Chair
Philanthropy Committee

Ann Young
Assistant VP Hartford Steam Boiler
Community Mobilization Committee

Gabby Thurs
VP of Operations
SDS Painting Company
Philanthropy Committee

Karla Lodholz
Director of Member Relations
Wisconsin Philanthropy Network
Philanthropy Committee

Sasha Hornung
Financial Planning Assistant
Ameriprise Financial
Community Mobilization Committee

Judy Nitschke
American Family Insurance Agent
Biomedical Committee

Don Oakland
Retired
Wausau Daily Herald
Board Secretary

Jim Torstenson
Director of Homeless Services
Bridge Street Mission
Community Mobilization Committee

Captain Melinda Pauls
Wausau Police Dept.
Biomedical Committee

Jeff Ottosen
President & COO of MPPL Financial
Biomedical Committee

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Blog for the Wisconsin Region

A Lifetime of Gratitude: From Blood Recipient to Lifelong Donor

By: Jennifer Warren, Regional Communications Director When Dave Bentz rolls up his sleeve to donate blood, he is not just giving back to his community. He is honoring the gift that saved his own life. Just days after he was born in 1958, Dave needed a complete blood transfusion to survive. He was born with […]
When Disaster Struck Wisconsin, Volunteers From Across the Nation Answered the Call

By Laura McGuire, American Red Cross When most people think about disaster response, they picture emergency vehicles, shelters and families beginning the difficult process of recovery. What they often do not see are the American Red Cross volunteers working behind the scenes to help communities through some of their most challenging days. Following the devastating […]
What Happens Following a Disaster? A Red Cross Volunteer’s Perspective

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