Join us in celebrating Dante Gomez, a recent Alcoa High School graduate and recipient of an American Red Cross Blood Services $500 High School Scholarship. We’re cheering Dante on as he takes this next step! His future is bright, and we can’t wait to see all he accomplishes!🥳👏
Before your calendar fills up with cookouts and road trips, make time to help save lives!
Come to give blood or platelets June 1-28 and get a $15 e-gift card to the merchant of your choice as our thank-you.
Make your donation a big celebration: rcblood.org/3NDDsao
Last week, a Red Cross Community Adaptation Program partner, City of Refuge, spearheaded aFirst Aid, CPR and AED training in Clarksville. Twelve participants earned their certifications and gained lifesaving skills to respond in an emergency. Thank you to all who participated.❤️
Shoutout to the East Tennessee chapter board members who recently gathered to focus on service, leadership and the impact teams make together. Their passion and commitment help power the Red Cross mission every day. Thank you for all you do to support communities in East TN!❤️
“Because it feels good.”
“The Red Cross helped me after a fire."
“I am continuing a family legacy.”
We all have our reasons for giving back whether it's through a blood donation or financially. What’s yours?💭
From home fires to large-scale disasters, the American Red Cross is there to provide communities with meals, comfort, and hope. Your support makes this work possible.
You can help: Make a gift today #MealsWithMeaning
Click the link🔗 rdcrss.org/4s3TTL2
In Tennessee, the most common disasters include tornadoes, flooding and wildfires. Often times tropical systems bring heavy rain and flooding. As June begins, risks rise for flooding, severe storms and wildfire activity.
✔ Make a plan
✔ Build a kit
✔ Enable alerts
June is National #PetPreparedness Month! Show them extra love by creating a pet emergency kit ❤️🐶🐱
Include items such as:
🎒 Collar, ID tag, & Leash
🐾 Medications, first aid kit
🧸 Familiar items/toys
📁 Medical records, photos
Congratulations to Fairfield Glade First Baptist Church for receiving the 2026 Premier Partner Certificate! 🥳 In 2025, their congregation helped collect 198 units of lifesaving blood, making a meaningful impact for patients in need.
Planning to take a trip outdoors soon?🏕️
Check yourself, children and pets after spending time outside, especially around wooded or grassy areas. Small actions can make a big difference in protecting your health.
A cardiac arrest can happen anywhere.
At a sporting event, your local coffee shop, a concert or even at your office. Knowing CPR is so important. Every second counts when sudden cardiac arrest occurs.
Become certified this CPR & AED Awareness Week: redcross.org/takeaclass
This week during CPR and AED Awareness Week, we’re proud to highlight local stories showing how lifesaving skills make a difference.
Lisa Williams credits her Red Cross training with saving an employee’s life: "I could not do that without that class.”
redcross.org/take-a-class
No matter where you make a splash this summer, you should know these five steps when in the water. It could help save your life. If you can’t perform this swimming sequence in order without stopping, take a swim class. Learn more: redcross.org/takeaclass
We are grateful to the La-Z-Boy Foundation for their recent generous donation to our Southeast Tennessee chapter. Your support helps us bring hope and critical services to families when they need it most. Thank you for making a meaningful difference in our community!❤️
Join us in celebrating Wanda Doyle, who was recognized as Employee of the Year for her outstanding dedication & commitment to the American Red Cross mission for 27 years. We also recognized milestone service anniversaries for Jim Huff (20 years) & Kristin Rice (10 years).
Come to give blood June 1-28 for a $15 e-gift card to your choice of merchant PLUS automatic entry for a chance to win one of two $7,500 gift cards! Celebrate more life this summer, on us! Click link for details. 🔗rcblood.org/June
It's National CPR & AED Awareness Week! This week, we recognize the importance of initiating CPR & using an AED as a response to cardiac arrest. More than 350,000 people suffer cardiac arrest annually, but less than 10% survive. Learn more: rdcrss.org/3w8VAv1
Did you know that the American Red Cross responds to about 65,000 disasters a year and the majority are home fires? Every second counts during a home fire and you have just two minutes to escape safely. Learn more about our Home Fire Campaign: redcross.org/homefire
Your incredible gift deserves a gift in return. We're saying THANK YOU for your dedication to help our lifesaving mission with our Blood Donor Rewards!
How it works: Give life, earn points & get rewarded.
Learn about our rewards program:
RedCrossBlood.org/Rewards
The need for blood is constant and it is important to secure appointments in the coming weeks to maintain a healthy blood supply for all patients depending on transfusions. Make an appointment to give now by visiting RedCrossBlood.org