American Red Cross

The need for blood is constant, even during summer It’s that time of year to gear up for fun in the sun. School’s out, vacations are planned and longstanding routines are replaced with carefree, casual days. It’s also a time when the need for blood …

A time to recognize and encourage blood donations Each June 14th countries around the world celebrate World Blood Donor Day. This year marks the 10th anniversary of the campaign which is sponsored by the World Health Organization to raise awareness of the …

Need for blood doesn’t end when summer vacation begins With summer around the corner, and the end of the school year in sight, new and eligible blood donors are urged to help strengthen the blood supply by volunteering to give in the next few weeks …

National Volunteer Week slated for April 21 through 27 Ordinary people can accomplish some extraordinary things when they volunteer. Individuals and organizations can seize the moment and share in honoring America’s volunteers this spring. This year’s …

Donations Today Help Save Lives Tomorrow This winter has been particularly harsh, impacting a large portion of the country causing a significant number of blood drive cancellations and impacting our blood supply. Since the beginning of February, winter …

The Porter County Chapter of the American Red Cross will be holding their Volunteer Appreciation dinner on March 26th at 5:30 pm at the Old Towne Banquet Center in Valparaiso. The theme for this years event will be the Old County Fair.

Blood donors are Everyday Heroes who help save lives. During Red Cross Month, the American Red Cross recognizes these lifesavers, thanks them for their generosity and encourages others to join their ranks. “Red Cross Month is an ideal time for people to …

Young people have the power, and it’s a power of giving that comes from within. When young people, from elementary school to college, become involved with American Red Cross blood drives, they learn the importance and need to help save lives through blood …

Absence makes the heart grow fonder, except when you’re talking about blood donors. Every day, hospital patients depend on steady and consistent blood donations from volunteer donors for the blood they may need for ongoing and emergency medical care. Since …

Blood and platelet donors honored for helping ensure a stable blood supply January is National Blood Donor Month, a time when the American Red Cross recognizes and thanks the millions of dedicated blood and platelet donors across the United States for helping …