Red Cross Addresses Strike Rumors News | December 9, 2022 | 0 | by Morgan McCarthy The Red Cross in Wisconsin says it’s made a generous offer to its workers who are promising a strike. The Red Cross is not saying just how much money it’s willing to pay workers at its blood centers, but managers yesterday did say they’ve offered ‘lump sum bonuses, annual wage increases, enhancements to safety, holidays and quality affordable health care, as well as a new Paid Family Leave benefit.’ AFSCME, the union which represents the Red Cross workers in Wisconsin is threatening to strike two days before Christmas during the Red Cross’ busiest blood drive of the year.