The American Red Cross provides immediate help to the victims of local disasters, teaches vital life-saving skills to people of all ages, and serves as the communication link for military families in crisis. An independent non-profit organization funded by contributions of time and money from the American people. The Western Wisconsin Chapter provides services and financial assistance to people in a 18 county region in Western Wisconsin and Minnesota. Responding to local fires, floods, tornadoes, chemical spills, and other emergencies, Western Wisconsin Chapter Red Cross volunteers provide counseling, temporary housing, food, clothing, medical necessities, clean up kits, and other emergency assistance. Disaster Relief and Preparedness, International Social Services and Biomedical