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Red Cross Volunteers ─ Who Are They? How Do I Join?
January 29, 2026
Three side-by-side photos from a blood donation event feature a heavily tattooed participant. In the first photo, the participant holds a red American Red Cross sign that reads, “I Make a Difference – Blood Donor.” The center photo shows a close-up of a portrait tattoo on the upper thigh depicting a bald man wearing glasses and a goatee. In the third photo, the participant displays the tattoo while standing beside another person at an event booth. The indoor setting includes tables, displays, and event signage.
A blood drive, a 'Breaking Bad' tattoo and an unforgettable meeting with Bryan Cranston
July 18, 2026
Three side-by-side photos show participants displaying upper-arm tattoos at an indoor event. The left photo features a detailed black-and-gray nature-themed sleeve with an octopus, mushrooms, flowers, a hummingbird, and a snail. The center photo shows a colorful tattoo with pink flowers, a dragonfly, musical notes, and decorative swirls across the shoulder and upper arm. The right photo features a bold black floral and leaf design on the upper arm. All three participants are seated indoors and wear bright pink bands around their forearms.
Inked and inspired: Blood donors show off their tattoos and commitment to saving lives
July 17, 2026
Graphic with a solid red background displaying the words “EMERGENCY SHORTAGE” in large white capital letters. A red blood drop icon outlined in white replaces the letter “O” in the word “SHORTAGE,” emphasizing an urgent need for blood donations.
EMERGENCY SHORTAGE: Donors needed now to stop alarming drop in Red Cross blood supply
July 13, 2026
Two Red Cross staff members in yellow "DONATE" shirts pose with a dog mascot and a blood drop mascot at a blood drive.
Red Crossers rally for lifesaving cause at Staff Donor Day blood drive
July 11, 2026
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Joint Statement: Blood Donors Needed to Help Boost the Nation’s Strained Blood Supply This Summer
July 15, 2026
Red Cross Declares Emergency Blood Shortage after Blood Supply Falls 25%
July 13, 2026
Red Cross offers tips for a safe 4th of July
June 29, 2026
Join the celebration: Donors needed now to keep nation’s blood supply stable this summer
June 24, 2026
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