Imagine, for just 2 seconds, that your life hangs in the balance and the only people that can save you from certain death, are complete strangers.

I do not have to imagine it, I live it - everyday. Instead of being a victim of a rare blood disorder or the survivor of a near death experience, I choose to be a LIVING TESTIMONY of the need for blood donors. As an advocate and spokesperson working with the nation's two largest blood collection organizations, I hope to connect donors to the lives they save through education, encouragement and open communication. Together, we can save lives, one pint at a time.


Every 2 seconds, someone requires a blood transfusion to live.

That's why "It's Hip 2 Give!"

Check out the "Are You My Type?" commercial!

Monday, March 1, 2010

March is Red Cross Month


That's right - The American Red Cross has their very own month!

Starting with Franklin D Roosevelt in 1943, every sitting President has proclaimed March as Red Cross Month.

What does this mean for you? Red Cross Month is a time to celebrate the great support many give to the organization and to thank many for their generous gifts. Many people have positively changed the lives of others.

This is also the time, as FDR so eloquently suggested, for Americans to

“rededicate themselves to the splendid aims and activities of the Red Cross.”

Here are a few ways you can do just that:

- Call your local chapter and find out how you can get involved today.
- Find a local blood drive and donate.
- Join the ARC on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Flickr, and LinkedIn

Saving lives through blood donation is an excellent way to share your support through the American Red Cross. I encourage each of you to celebrate American Red Cross Month this March and thank each of you that take the time to donate blood.
Posted by at 3/01/2010 01:46:00 PM

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