Big Brothers Big Sisters of America Launches National Brand Campaign “It Takes Little to be Big” to Transform Mentorship Across America    – Big Brothers Big Sisters of America

Big Brothers Big Sisters of America unites alumni, supporters, celebrities and partners nationwide to close the mentorship gap; Singer Songwriter Aloe Blacc releases campaign anthem “Never Let You Down”  TAMPA, FL, September 14, 2023 – Big Brothers Big Sisters of America (BBBSA), the preeminent one-to-one youth mentoring organization in the United States,...

Red Cross facing national blood shortage; donors needed now, with several upcoming opportunities in Bend

PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The American Red Cross is experiencing a national blood shortage. Fewer donors than needed gave this summer, drawing down the national blood supply and reducing distributions of some of the most needed blood types to hospitals. Hurricane Idalia further strained the blood supply, with blood drive cancellations and reduced blood and platelet donations...

American Red Cross faces national blood shortage

American Red Cross faces national blood shortage Published 10:46 am Tuesday, September 12, 2023

Red Cross Facing A National Blood Shortage

The American Red Cross said they are experiencing a national blood shortage. "Fewer donors than needed gave this summer, drawing down the national blood supply and reducing distributions of some of the most needed blood types to hospitals," officials said. "Hurricane Idalia further strained the blood supply with blood drive cancellations and reduced blood and platelet donations in affected areas.  "Donors...