Every day, countless individuals rely on the generosity of blood donors to survive unexpected medical emergencies. Each donation can have a profound impact as the need for blood is constant. In April 2024, Holly Yoder discovered the importance of blood donations when routine blood work revealed dangerously low levels. After extensive testing, she was diagnosedContinue reading “Blood Donations Provide a Lifeline of Hope During a Health Crisis”
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Going Above and Beyond to Support the Red Cross Mission
Our lifesaving mission would not be possible without the generosity of our volunteer blood donors, including recent first-time blood donor Aimee Myers. Aimee serves as the Executive Director for the William J. and Bonnie L. Hefner Foundation, and after seeing a social media post about the need for blood, she made the decision to rollContinue reading “Going Above and Beyond to Support the Red Cross Mission”
Keeping Faith’s Memory Alive Through Lifesaving Action
When Sarah Smith’s youngest daughter, Faith, passed away in November 2023, she knew she wanted to carry on her daughter’s legacy. “The day she passed away, me and my husband Daniel looked at each other and said we had to stick together, and we had to keep her memory alive,” said Sarah. Faith was bornContinue reading “Keeping Faith’s Memory Alive Through Lifesaving Action”
Making a Difference One Unit at a Time
Tim Strom has seen a lot of things change in his lifetime, but his commitment to being a blood donor is one thing that has remained constant. Over the last 52 years, Tim has donated more than 30 gallons of blood, one unit at a time. Although Tim believes this milestone is a great accomplishment,Continue reading “Making a Difference One Unit at a Time”
“If you didn’t know me, you wouldn’t know I had it.”
It’s a cold January day in Highland, Indiana, but Cheryl Bennett is still smiling and greeting blood donors as they walk through the door at the Great Chicago Blood Drive. Cheryl is volunteering alongside her Delta Sigma Theta sorority sisters, ensuring donors have a smooth and positive experience at the blood drive. As generous bloodContinue reading ““If you didn’t know me, you wouldn’t know I had it.””
Honoring her Late Husband Through Blood Donations
Pamela Barnett is on a mission. She is committed to donating 10 units of blood in honor of her late husband, Thomas Barnett, who passed away in July 2022. Pamela says Tom was a blood donor for many years, until he was diagnosed with a type of cancer and was no longer eligible to giveContinue reading “Honoring her Late Husband Through Blood Donations”
“Back to the Things I Love”
Last year, Ann Johansson spent her time doing things she loved like working as a nurse practitioner and teaching ballet to kids through a non-profit in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In the summer, she went on a trip to visit family and friends in Sweden alongside her parents, Karin and Joe. On July 7, 2023, Ann wouldContinue reading ““Back to the Things I Love””
Recognizing Red Cross Blood Collectors in Indiana
National Blood Collectors Week is September 1 through 7. We’re highlighting some of our Red Cross blood collectors who are on the frontlines of blood collection and interact with generous donors who roll up a sleeve and give blood. Jill Farmer, Phlebotomist Jill Farmer has been a Red Cross phlebotomist for two and a halfContinue reading “Recognizing Red Cross Blood Collectors in Indiana”
‘I’ve Come Full Circle’: Red Cross Employee Returns to Indiana to Host Blood Drive after Accident
Last year, Tracy Fox’s connection to the American Red Cross came full circle. As a 15-year-old growing up in Indiana, Tracy first formed a relationship with the Red Cross as she trained to become a lifeguard. In 2011, she became a Red Cross employee, and has held a variety of roles ever since. From herContinue reading “‘I’ve Come Full Circle’: Red Cross Employee Returns to Indiana to Host Blood Drive after Accident”
Evansville Man Celebrates 90th Birthday by Donating Platelets
You’re never too old to donate blood products! Bob Duncan in Evansville is an example of helping others through donations, no matter your age. In June, Bob celebrated his 90th birthday by donating platelets. On the day of his appointment, Bob made his regular visit to the Red Cross Blood and Platelet Donation Center onContinue reading “Evansville Man Celebrates 90th Birthday by Donating Platelets”