American Red Cross of Western New York

12/08/2026

🩸 Join the Conversation on Sickle Cell Disease

Sickle cell disease is the most common inherited blood disorder in the United States, affecting approximately 100,000 Americans. The disease can cause severe pain, organ damage, and other life-threatening complications, making access to compatible blood transfusions essential for sickle cell fighters.

September marks Sickle Cell Awareness Month, in recognition Senator April N.M. Baskin and the American Red Cross of Western New York invite you to attend a community panel discussion featuring healthcare professionals, advocates, and community leaders who will discuss sickle cell disease, support resources for patients and families, and the critical role blood donors play in saving lives.

📅 Friday, August 28
🕙 10:00 a.m. (Doors open at 9:30 a.m.)
📍 American Red Cross WNY Chapter
786 Delaware Ave., Buffalo, NY

✅ Register today: https://shorturl.at/9z189

Together, we can raise awareness, support those affected by sickle cell disease, and help ensure patients receive the lifesaving blood they need.

scwarriorsbuffalony Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., Dr. Jennifer Abeles, DO UBMD Physicians' Group

12/08/2026

Every 2 seconds someone in the U.S. is in need of blood.

As the Red Cross continues to experience a blood crisis - the second in our history - volunteer donors willing to roll up a sleeve are critical to helping ensure that patients receive lifesaving care they need.

Make your appointment at RedCrossBlood.org

We could REALLY use your help! We have more spots open if you can donate.

11/08/2026

THE GAS CARD ISN’T THE BEST PART.

Sally Q. and Brian M. gave blood.

This week, their names got called, too.

⛽ Sally Q. — Geneva FD
⛽ Brian M. — Webster Schroeder HS

Each won a $100 gas gift card.
Nice turn.

The better one? Showing up so blood is ready before a patient needs it.

Two donors. Two winners. One shared blood supply.

Come in to give blood in August and receive a $20 Amazon.com Gift Card by email.

👉 RedCrossBlood.org | Blood Donor App | 1-800-RED CROSS

11/08/2026

Summer can create a sticky situation for the blood supply. There's a blood crisis, & we need your help to ensure patient care isn't disrupted. We'll say thanks with a $20 Amazon Gift Card by email when you come give Aug. 1-31.

Hurry in to give! Book now: https://rcblood.org/4giL3GZ

08/08/2026

Visiting the Spiedie Fest & Balloon Rally in Binghamton, NY? Be sure to stop by the American Red Cross booth and learn about our services including preparing for disasters, smoke alarms installation, and becoming a volunteer to help your neighbors when they need it the most.

05/08/2026

The American Red Cross and partners are working around the clock to help those affected by the devastating wildfires that continue to burn in and around Spokane, Washington, where as many as 65,000 people have had to evacuate and more than 700 structures have been destroyed.

Red Crossers from across the country, including Wanda Martinez-Johncox from the Greater Rochester chapter continue to deploy to support disaster relief efforts. Wanda is helping to support sheltering efforts, providing evacuees with a safe place to stay, food to eat and emotional support during this challenging time.

Over the past several months, more than 670 Red Crossers like Wanda provided help and hope to those impacted by wildfires.

You can help people affected by disasters like fires, floods and countless other crises by making a donation to Red Cross Disaster Relief.

Text the word REDCROSS to 90999 or visit redcross.org

04/08/2026

GIVE. DRIVE. KEEP CARE MOVING.

Congratulations to this week’s two Western New York region $100 gas gift card winners:

⛽ Kevin W. — gave at Horseheads Elks
⛽ Indigo H. — gave at Riga Town Hall

Two donors. Two communities. One shared blood supply.

Kevin and Indigo rolled up their sleeves and helped provide blood for patients facing surgery, cancer treatment, emergencies and recovery.

The gas cards will help carry them down the road. Their donations may help carry someone through a hard one.

Come to give blood in August and receive a $20 Amazon.com Gift Card by email. More importantly, help make sure blood is ready before it is needed.

👉 Visit RedCrossBlood.org, use the Red Cross Blood Donor App, or call 1-800-RED CROSS to make an appointment.

04/08/2026

From home fires to floods, winter weather and more - the Red Cross is there.

Last week, our Disaster Action Team (DAT) volunteers responded to 8 local disasters across the region and provided immediate emergency assistance to 31 individuals impacted.

Learn more about volunteer opportunities with the Red Cross: redcross.org/volunteer

03/08/2026

Last month, we were proud to recognize four extraordinary individuals whose courage in the face of an emergency helped to save the life of another.

When an individual went into cardiac arrest at the Town of Tonawanda Aquatic and Fitness Center in January - Sam Baxter, Liam Burgerson, Nolan DeJesus and Miranda DeCourcey didn't hesitate. These co-workers with the Town of Tonawanda made the conscious effort to not only learn how to respond to emergencies - but to act, ultimately saving the life of another.

Their ability to handle the situation appropriately, reflects their highest degree of concern for another human being who is in distress.

Sam, Liam, Nolan and Miranda are an embodiment of the Red Cross’ mission as they quickly helped prevent and alleviate human suffering during times of crisis and we are grateful for their service. ❤️

Each year, we train more than 6 million people in lifesaving skills nationwide - 50,000 of them right in the Western New York region - to empower them with the tools and confidence to respond when moments matter.

Be the help until help arrives. Get trained: redcross.org/take-a-class

30/07/2026

"We're already seeing that some surgeries are being delayed by lack of products." said Dr. Leonard Anderson, chief medical officer at United Health Services. "Some surgeries really can't safely be performed without the availability of blood. Heart surgery being the perfect example."

Blood cannot be stockpiled and volunteer donors willing to roll up a sleeve are the only source.

Blood and platelet donors are needed immediately to help ensure a readily available blood supply for patients this summer.

Thank you to FOX 40 News WICZ-TV for highlighting the lifesaving impact of blood donation.

https://bit.ly/4wvKIWY

Southern Tier health officials are urging eligible residents to donate blood as the American Red Cross faces only the second national blood crisis in its 145 year history.