For many cancer patients facing chemo & radiation, platelets can help give them the superpower they need to kick cancer. New platelet donors are always needed to help keep up with the demand. Learn more: rcblood.org/platelet

An average workday for one local woman turned into her using skills she learned at an Nashville Area Red Cross training in First Aid and CPR to save the life of one of her employees.

Keep reading: rdcrss.org/3ULiYwM #LifesavingAwards

Congratulations to the Middle Tennessee State University team who won the American Red Cross Tennessee Region's Next Generation Award. They created an online game promoting International Humanitarian Law as part of their Youth Action Committee outreach. #Murfreesboro

The “safest” wildfire is one that never starts. Here are some tips on how to reduce the chance of wildfire: rdcrss.org/3jUsITD

#WildfireAwarenessMonth

Nashville Area Red Cross volunteer Vicki Atkinson is a constant champion of the Red Cross. Not only does she support volunteer recruitment, but is also trained in individual disaster care for the Spiritual Care Team. Congrats to Vicki on her President's Volunteer Service Award.

We're installing FREE smoke alarms! Sign up now: rdcrss.org/3PeKoWX

Sarah Arvidson & Robin Fazio received the First Responder Award at the Southeast TN Red Cross Heroes Luncheon in Chattanooga. Sarah & Robin, Balor School teachers, rescued a boater from a burning vessel that was passing the school on the Tennessee River. youtu.be/linw6_uk8GE

Congratulations to our Mid-South Red Cross volunteer award recipients!

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The gift of giving🩸

American Red Cross of Tennessee will be at GEODIS Park before our May 18th match against Atlanta United for a blood drive

Red Cross Service to the Armed Forces leverages a network of more than 14,000 volunteers and staff members to deliver services and support military commands at over 100 installations across the globe. rdcrss.org/4dlrGZY #MilitaryAppreciationMonth

Unfortunately, medical traumas that require lots of blood products can quickly deplete hospital blood banks. Take action this May & book an appointment to give blood or platelets to keep hospitals prepared for all transfusion needs: rcblood.org/appt #TraumaAwarenessMonth

Did you know that if a fire starts in your home you may have as little as two minutes to escape? Early warning from a smoke alarm plus a fire escape plan that has been practiced regularly can save lives. Learn what else to do to keep your loved ones safe: rdcrss.org/2T3N0xU

We honored Nashville Fire Dept with the Community Partner Award at the Nashville Area Red Cross - Nissan Lifesaver Luncheon. We're so grateful for this partnership to help our neighbors in need!

Watch this video to learn more. youtube.com/watch?v=y3O30Q…

Make a pit stop at a blood drive near you! Race to give blood by 5/19 for a BONUS $10 e-gift card & a chance at a VIP NASCAR racing experience. Plus, get a free Sport Clips Haircuts haircut coupon by email when you come give by 5/31. Book now: rcblood.org/3ASKtL0 (T&C; other entry)

Engage donors by greeting, registering, answering questions, providing information and supporting them through the recovery process at the refreshments table. Sign up to volunteer: redcross.org/VolunteerTN

🅰️🅱️🆎🅾️ No matter your blood type – or even if you don't know your blood type! – you can help save lives. Click to make an appointment: rcblood.org/appt

We're hiring blood collection staff in #Nashville . We provide paid training – no prior medical experience is required! Learn more about this exciting opportunity: rdcrss.org/4aWvKhJ

🏁Come to give blood or platelets 4/29-5/19 for a BONUS $10 e-gift card of choice PLUS a chance at a 2024 VIP NASCAR racing experience. And all who come give now-5/31 get a free haircut coupon by email from Sport Clips Haircuts! Race to give: rcblood.org/3ASKtL0 (T&C; other entry)

Are you bilingual (English/Spanish)? We need your help! Volunteer now to help your neighbors in need.

⛑️ Sign up at redcross.org/VolunteerTN.

Tennesseans are encouraged to donate blood this week to help patients in need. Give blood with the Red Cross: rcblood.org/donate