The Red Cross is here for you. Please call us 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767) - 24 hours a day.
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 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.
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.
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!
Kyle Kriegl
Kyle has been with the Red Cross since 1997. In that time, he has been a program director for disasters, health & safety, and Service to the Armed Forces, plus he has led three different Wisconsin Chapters. Before coming to the Southwest Wisconsin Chapter in late 2020, he led our Northwest Chapter based in Altoona. Kyle and his wife have family and professional connections in the Madison area, and he said he looks forward to the chance to "do great things" with the team and supporters in the Southwest Chapter.
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Doug Chambers – Vice Chair
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AnnMarie Kreitzer – Board Co-Vice Chair
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Jerie Olson – Board Secretary
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Bryan Esch - Executive Committee Member
DeWitt LLP Law Firm, Madison, Partner |
Nick Femal
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Jenny Gamble
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Sara Horein - Emeritus
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Elizabeth Kirchstein – Former Board Chair
Community Volunteer, Madison Area
Josh Krzych
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Katie Lindquist, MSPFP, CFP®, AWMA™, ABFP™
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Melinda Murphy
PBS Wisconsin & Wisconsin Public Radio, Madison, Dir. Individual & Legacy Giving
Melinda Murphy
PBS Wisconsin & Wisconsin Public Radio, Madison, Dir. Individual & Legacy Giving
Melisa Myers, MEPD
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Anne Rikkers
UW Health, University Hospital, Madison, Senior Director Access & Emergency Services
Peter Saindon
Calvery Gospel Church*, Madison, Pastor*
Casey Schill
J.P. Cullen, Madison Project Manager
Bryan Sullivan
Madison Gas and Electric Co., Assistant VP – Chief Information Officer
Robert Teigen
Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals, Greater Madison Area, Deputy General Counsel
Russell Tomar
Emeritus, Retired Healthcare Administrator, Verona
Juan Vergara
Nasco Healthcare, Ft. Atkinson, Global Director of Customer Service
Alex Wuest, CPA
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