American Red Cross

You may not realize it, but you could be the lifesaving type. Blood typing is vital to medical care, says the American Red Cross, particularly during emergencies when every second counts. “There are times when someone needs blood immediately to...

Red Cross asks eligible volunteer blood donors to help make up for shortfall The supply of type O negative blood at the American Red Cross has dropped to critically low levels. Type O negative blood is always in high demand because it can be...

Community members nation-wide can pledge their allegiance to others in need - volunteer to give blood and help save lives this Fourth of July. “Your blood donation is a sign of independence in its purest sense,” said Sharyn Whitman, CEO for the...

American Red Cross makes giving blood easy as 1-2-3 It’s summer time. And the giving is easy. In fact, helping to save a life can be as easy as 1, 2, 3 when you roll up your sleeve through the American Red Cross. “Think of it this way,” said...

Summer campaign to boost blood supply Faith groups across the Indiana-Ohio Blood Services Region will team with the American Red Cross this summer with the aim of collecting 1,000 pints of blood in a blood donor campaign called “Power in the...

Blood donation opportunities abound through American Red Cross As school subsides and summer planning begins, students and family members are encouraged to add one more activity to their vacation wish lists: donating blood. “Imagine how it will...

Public urged to jumpstart summer by giving blood While many people mark Memorial Day by marching in parades or flying flags, more and more people are honoring U.S. service men and women by donating blood through the American Red Cross. “Donating...

American Red Cross supports Senate Bill 46 The American Red Cross is excited to announce that a new law, Senate Bill 46, will encourage 16 year-olds to start a lifelong habit of donating blood. In the past, Indiana state law was silent on the issue...

The American Red Cross of Porter County presents Reds, Whites, and Blues, a charity tasting featuring spirits, fine wines, and beers on Saturday, April 17, from 6:00 - 9:00 pm. There will also be auction items available. The event will be held at Old...

National Volunteer Week runs April 18 to 24 America’s spirit of volunteerism will be in the spotlight this April through a national week of recognition. National Volunteer Week runs April 18 to 24, and follows a tradition of honoring the millions...