25th Annual Lifesaver Luncheon

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The American Red Cross of the Nashville Area is pleased to announce its 25th annual Lifesaver Luncheon, presented by Nissan and Randy and Jennifer Wolcott, raised over $480,000 to support the organization’s mission of preventing and alleviating human suffering. The luncheon took place on Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at the Curb Event Center at Belmont University and was attended by more than 350 individuals to celebrate the Red Cross in our community.

Barbara Bovender was presented with the Clara Barton Award for her dedication to the Red Cross Mission. Barbara has been a champion of the Red Cross for over 20 years and channels her passion for helping others into fostering the growth of the Tiffany Circle, a powerful network of female humanitarians. She is a founding member of the Tennessee Region Tiffany Circle, Tiffany Circle National Council, Great Britain Tiffany Circle, and the Tiffany Circle International Council. Barbara’s leadership has helped raise funds for multiple Red Cross initiatives, including the naming of Tiffany Circle Hall, providing new generation Emergency Response Vehicles, and restoring a historic dress owned by Clara Barton. This dress can be seen on display at the American Red Cross National Headquarters in Washington, D.C.

Chief David Windrow was presented with the 2026 Storyteller Award. This award recognizes individuals who have passionately and consistently shared their story to advance the Red Cross Mission. As a military veteran, retired fire chief, and cancer survivor, David’s story has crossed paths with the Red Cross Mission in many ways. During the event, Chief Windrow shared the story of his battle with a rare blood cancer and credited the blood transfusions he received with saving his life. He encourages community members to donate to the Red Cross however they may be able, through blood donations, financial contributions, or by volunteering time. “You may never see the face of the person you’re helping, but your generosity is changing someone’s life.”

2026 Event Photots

A group of well-dressed individuals smiling at a formal event in a large auditorium. The banner above reads "Belmont University, Nashville, Tennessee."

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A group of six adults, smiling and posing together in an indoor sports arena. They are dressed in semi-formal attire, under a "Home of the Bruins" sign.

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A diverse group of 16 people, dressed formally, stands in front of an American Red Cross banner inside a large auditorium. They appear cheerful and united.

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A group of women stand together in a gymnasium, wearing colorful dresses and business attire, smiling warmly at the camera, conveying a sense of unity.

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Three people smiling at the American Red Cross event. The center woman holds an award, flanked by another woman and a man in a uniform.

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A woman in a black dress smiles as she receives an award from a uniformed firefighter. A woman in red plaid stands smiling in the background.

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A group of smiling people at a round banquet table with plates of salad and bread rolls in an indoor arena, under a Belmont University sign.

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Three women smile and socialize behind a registration table covered with name tags and small red flower arrangements, creating a welcoming atmosphere.

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Three women stand smiling against a red cross backdrop. The woman in the center, holding an award, wears a red dress, flanked by two women in black and blue dresses.

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A group of ten people, including a uniformed firefighter holding an award, pose smiling in front of an American Red Cross backdrop in an auditorium.

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The American Red Cross of the Nashville Area is pleased to announce its annual Nissan Lifesaver Luncheon, presented by Randy and Jennifer Wolcott, raised almost $500,000 to support the organization’s mission of preventing and alleviating human suffering. The luncheon took place on Tuesday, April 8 at the Curb Event Center at Belmont University and was attended by more than 350 individuals to celebrate the Red Cross in our community.

HCA Healthcare was presented with the Community Champion Award in recognition of their commitment to supporting communities through partnership with local organizations and by providing essential services during times of crisis. Developed in response to Hurricane Katrina in 2005, HCA’s Enterprise Emergency Operation Center, headquartered in Nashville, TN, works around the clock to ensure its hospitals are connected and prepared for any emergency.

Betsy Wills received the Clara Barton Award for her dedication to the Red Cross Mission. Reminiscing on her childhood experience with home fires, Betsy recalled the difficulty and confusion brought on by losing her home, followed by the hope and comfort the Red Cross can bring in those circumstances. She emphasized the importance of providing consistent support for the Red Cross so the organization can continue responding to disasters as they occur. Betsy’s commitment to the Red Cross extends beyond the financial. She also helped found one of the first chapters of the Tiffany Circle, which is a community of women leaders who advance the Red Cross Mission through giving and mission immersion. To learn more about the Tiffany Circle in Tennessee, contact Leigh Elliott at leigh.elliott@redcross.org.

During the event, John Ingram moderated a panel titled “From Risk to Resilience: Disaster Preparedness for Businesses.” The panel featured Apryl Childs-Potter, President of Nashville Health Care Council; Deana Ivey, C.E.O. and President of Nashville Convention and Visitors Corporation; and Doug Kreulen, C.E.O. and President of Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority discussing the importance and key factors of having a business preparedness plan for inevitable emergencies.

Lifesaver Luncheon event room with guests sitting at tables.

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four people on stage sitting in chairs and speaking.

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three people on stage wearing business attire with one person being presentend an award.

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three people on stage wearing business attire and an American flag next to them with one person being presentend an award.

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guests standing and talking with each other at lifesaver luncheon event.

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The 2024 Nissan Lifesaver Luncheon presented by Randy & Jennifer Wolcott and Kevin & Katie Crumbo was held April 11, 2024 at Belmont University’s Curb Event Center and raised $507,540 to support the organization’s mission of preventing and alleviating human suffering.

Moderated by Rhori Johnston, this year’s event honored three community partners whose passion and commitment to supporting others makes an ongoing indelible impact on the Nashville area and beyond: Stephan Durham received the Disaster Services Award, Nashville Fire Department was recognized with the Community Partner Award, and Lisa Williams was presented with the Good Samaritan Award and the Lifesaving Award.