During extreme heat, it's important to look out for your loved ones & neighbors- especially older adults, people with chronic conditions or disabilities, pregnant women, outdoor workers & athletes. Send a text, make a call or knock on their door. For more:

Two places to stay cool this summer: your nearest blood donation center & your local movie theater. Come give blood July 15-31 & get a Fandango Movie Ticket by email (up to $15 ticket price & fees). See a hot new movie in a cool theater. Book now:

The annual Tennessee Highway Patrol blood drive in Knoxville was a tremendous success! They surpassed their goal during the drive at our East TN chapter. We're grateful to all of the troopers who came out to represent & donate! To learn more, visit:

Kevin Lipski is a new Community Disaster Program Specialist with the Southeast TN Chapter. He served over 30 years in the U.S. Marine Corps. He says he "likes the shared sense of mission" at the Red Cross. This National Hire a Veteran Day, we want to thank Kevin for his service!

Our TN River Chapter had a productive weekend in Hickman County! One team made homes safer by installing smoke alarms & sharing fire safety info. Another team was at Touch-A-Truck presented by Hickman Co. Emergency Management Agency. A big THANK YOU to our amazing volunteers 🫶

Our Mid-West TN Chapter recently welcomed new Disaster Action Team (DAT) volunteers! These volunteers are trained to respond to emergencies in their communities, like home fires. If you are interested in volunteering, visit:

Congratulations to Executive Director Sharon Hudson & the East Tennessee Chapter for collecting 890 pints of blood at their chapter in 2024! Account Manager, Julie Byers, presented Sharon with the 2025 Premier Partner Certification of Recognition for this wonderful achievement ❤️

The heatwave continues across parts of Tennessee! It's important that you stay hydrated during extreme heat. Drink a cup of water every 20 minutes, even if you don't feel thirsty. Avoid sugary, caffeinated or alcoholic drinks. For more heat safety tips:

We're so grateful to have been included in the Fibroid Awareness Event with Give Glean Grow! Account Manager, Debbie Carr, spoke about the importance of blood donation during a panel conversation. It was a great time coming together to share important lifesaving information. ❤️

We are experiencing dangerous heat across parts of Tennessee! We recommend taking three steps in extreme heat:. -Stay hydrated .-Stay cool .-Stay connected . You could help save a life by looking out for others. For more heat safety tips visit:

While donating blood might not be the answer to all of your problems, it will help many others in need. Each donation can save multiple lives. Type O+ and O- blood products are most needed on hospital shelves now. Help keep the blood supply strong, visit:

We need more blood donors to help keep our blood supply strong! Be the reason a patient gets more sunny days, more summer adventures & more unforgettable memories. These are some of the blood drives happening this week, you can make an appointment at

Pete collapsed at home after an ulcer eroded the artery where the stomach meets the small intestine. It caused a massive internal bleed. In total, Pete received 96 units of blood products. Now his family is raising awareness about the need for blood:

Platelets are tiny cell fragments in blood that help form clots & stop bleeding. They’re often needed by cancer patients, including childhood leukemia or lymphoma patients. More platelet donors are needed this week. Find out more about this donation type:

Lights. Camera. Take action! Give blood. When you come to give blood or platelets July 15-31, the Red Cross will say thanks with a Fandango Movie Ticket by email (up to $15 ticket price and fees). Use it to catch a summer blockbuster! Book now:

It was a wonderful (& hot) day for a Volunteer Potluck for our Nashville Area Chapter! Joel Sullivan, our regional executive officer for the Red Cross of Tennessee, gave volunteers a look at the upcoming fiscal year & the exciting opportunities ahead. Thank you to all who came!

We know our volunteers sure make us a lot happier! Did you know that 90% of the American Red Cross workforce are volunteers? From helping during a disaster, transporting blood products & more, there is something for everyone. If you're interested, visit:

Are you prepared in the event of a power outage? If this happens, eat your fresh, perishable foods first. You'll want to avoid opening your fridge & freezer to preserve cool temperatures. Remember: when in doubt, throw it out. For more helpful tips, visit:

Showing some love for the Red Cross with tattoos 🫶 Volunteer Yvonne Lambertson showed off her tattoo while responding to storms & flooding in TN. This #NationalTattooDay we want to thank her for her dedication & encourage others to volunteer! Learn more:

Our Jill Hernandez & Chris Morse spoke with Stefanie Miller with Main Street Media of Tennessee to encourage pre-teens & teens to sign up for our Babysitter's course & download the Child Care app. Watch for their interview in the coming days! Learn more: