Utah Gov. Spencer Cox donated blood at Murray's Red Cross Center on Aug. 15. Recognizing the national blood shortage, he encouraged Utahns to donate, ensuring life-saving blood for patients in need.

Salt Lake's Chris Van Bibber, one of the first gay men to donate blood under new FDA rules in August, marked a milestone for equality and security of the national blood supply. The FDA's guidelines now assess individual risk, not sexual orientation.

On Gold Star Mothers and Families Day, the Red Cross of Utah pays tribute to the mothers and families who have lost a loved one serving in the U.S. Armed Forces. Observed on the last Sunday in September, this day is a reminder of their sacrifice.

Utah's Red Cross volunteers made a significant impact in Guam after Typhoon Mawar. From serving as liaisons, managing hundreds of volunteers, to assessing damage, their efforts provided much-needed relief to the devastated island and its resilient people.

U.S. Veteran Yolanda Rothfuss, now a Red Cross volunteer and Yoga instructor, provides free yoga and meditation classes for Armed Forces families. She believes in the power of these practices to manage stress, lower heart rates and boost health.

American Red Cross of Utah debuts larger Lehi blood donation center serving Central Utah. The new facility caters to growing demand for platelets & other blood products locally and nationally.

Gov. Spencer Cox signed into law HB 487 which was created and supported by the American Red Cross of Utah and Rep. Sandra Hollins to help Utahns suffering from sickle cell disease.

With 20,000 fires annually are started by fireworks nationwide, the Red Cross of Utah partnered with Salt Lake City Fire to demonstrate the potential dangers of fireworks and provide fire safety advice to help prevent holiday disasters on Fourth of July.

In 20 years of this annual drive, Weber State and Utah State University students and faculty have donated nearly 20,000 units of blood. The Red Cross of Utah are grateful to the students and community members who donated blood in the friendly rivalry.

With a nationwide blood shortage in September, Dr. Kelley encouraged residents to donate. “Despite 62% of the population being eligible to donate, only about 3% does so. We depend on the generosity of donors to ensure blood is available when needed.”

Diane Bahati, a University of Utah student and Red Cross of Utah volunteer, has experienced firsthand how the Red Cross assists refugees in the U.S. and around the world. “In 2002, my parents gathered up our family of 9 and fled the Democratic Republic of Congo.

The American Red Cross Utah honored Women’s History Month by recognizing the significant contributions of women to the organization’s lifesaving mission. Salt Lake Chapter Chair Sarah Huizingh discussed the rich history of women in the Red Cross.