Just an hour of your time may give someone else a lifetime. Make your appointment to give blood: RedCrossBlood.org.

Spring = storm season. 🌪️⛈️ Be ready for tornadoes, floods & more. Download the free Red Cross Emergency & First Aid apps for alerts, safety tips & more—available in English & Spanish. 📲 redcross.org/apps More info: rdcrss.org/4cwWEi3 | rdcrss.org/4joSWK1

Every day, patients around the U.S. rely on the generosity of blood and platelet donors for lifesaving care. We couldn't fulfill our mission without people like YOU. Thank you for giving the gift of life. Ready to help again? RedCrossBlood.org

🎉 It’s #NationalVolunteerWeek and we’re celebrating our 5,000+ amazing IL volunteers! ❤️You are the heartbeat of our mission—making sure no one faces a disaster alone. From all of us at the Red Cross: THANK YOU for being there when it matters most.

Blood can't be manufactured - we NEED generous donors like YOU to help SAVE LIVES. This National Volunteer Week, we're saying THANK YOU for giving of yourselves to help others. Ready to give again? Book now at RedCrossBlood.org.

Our 23rd annual Heroes Breakfast is about to get underway! Our 12 honorees were selected in a variety of categories and were chosen by a committee of local business & civic leaders. Learn more about our heroes here: rdcrss.org/3Dg2bHV #RedCrossHeroes

Thank you Irika Sargent and Dana Kozlov for waking up bright and early to be our wonderful emcees for our 23rd annual Heroes Breakfast! #RedCrossHeroes @CBSChicago

Our Global Citizenship Hero, Payman Rajaie, with Irika Sargent moments before this years #RedCrossHeroes breakfast

The Illinois Region CEO, Kellie O’Connell, takes the stage at the #RedCrossHeroes Breakfast for the first time!

An accident can happen at a moment’s notice. Your blood, platelet or plasma donation can help provide emergency treatment when every second matters. Don’t wait – schedule your lifesaving donation appointment at RedCrossBlood.org.

On this day, 144 years ago, Clara Barton founded the American Red Cross, starting a movement of comfort and hope. Has the Red Cross impacted your life? Tell us your story in the comments.

Thinking of a summer job? Be a force for good—become a lifeguard! Make a difference while earning. Contact your local pool or visit us for training info: rdcrss.org/44RvWhY

Heading into summer? Blood donations are more critical than ever. Donate by May 31 & get a solar lantern + chance to win a U.S. trip for 2! 💡❤️ Be the light in someone’s recovery: RedCrossBlood.org

Today on #CancerSurvivorDay, we honor fighters like Mia—diagnosed with liver cancer at 15, now studying nursing to help others like her. Read her story: rdcrss.org/3Y7QiyH 🩸 Be the hope someone needs. Donate: redcrossblood.org

Today, we honor the 121st birthday of Dr. Charles R. Drew—an American hero and pioneer in medicine who revolutionized the way we collect, store, and distribute blood, saving countless lives. Celebrate his legacy by giving the gift of life. RedCrossBlood.org,

Today is #WorldBloodDonorDay — a day to honor heroes like Mary Kanak, who’s been donating blood for 35 years. 👉 Read Mary’s story: rdcrss.org/4dEZ0M3 Schedule a donation: RedCrossBlood.org

☀️ Summer is here — are you ready to make a splash safely? Before you head to the pool, lake or beach, make sure you and your loved ones are water competent by trying out this swimming sequence. Learn more: redcross.org/watersafety

Fact: Blood transfusions are one of the most common U.S. hospital procedures, yet only 3% of the public gives blood. Don’t wait until there’s a crisis to donate blood. Make an appointment with the Red Cross: RedCrossBlood.org

Jerry has sickle cell disease—a painful condition he’s battled since childhood. Blood transfusions gave him strength—and a second chance. ❤️ This #Juneteenth and #WorldSickleCellDay, help patients like Jerry. Donate: RedCrossBlood.org Read more: rdcrss.org/3RTHj1v

Celebrate safely this #FourthOfJuly! Attend professional fireworks shows, keep kids & pets safe, and follow simple safety tips. Let’s make it a fun and safe holiday for all. More tips 👉 redcross.org/summersafety