WARSAW – A bloodmobile event that had been canceled due to the need for social distancing was resurrected on a limited basis Friday to accommodate those who had reservations. The blood drive by American Red Cross was one of four announced recently in the area over increased needs for blood due to the coronavirus. Reservations …read more.

AKRON —  The Tippecanoe Valley High School student council and the American Red Cross will host a community blood drive from 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m Friday, Feb. 2, in the high school gymnasium. The blood drive is open to anyone who meets the donor requirements outlined by the American Red Cross. Anyone interested in …read more.

AKRON — The Tippecanoe Valley High School Student Council and the American Red Cross will host a community blood drive from 7:30 a.m. to 1: 30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 1, in the high school gymnasium. The blood drive is open to anyone who meets the donor requirements outlined by the American Red Cross. Anyone interested …read more.

AKRON — The Tippecanoe Valley High School student council and the American Red Cross will host a community blood drive from 7:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 15, in the high school gymnasium. The blood drive is open to anyone who meets the donor requirements outlined by the American Red Cross. Anyone interested in …read more.

AKRON — The Tippecanoe Valley High School student council and the American Red Cross will host a community blood drive from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday, July 7, in the high school gymnasium. All pre-registered donors will be eligible to receive a free ticket to Cedar Point for use this season. Tickets are …read more.

WINONA LAKE —  Lakeland Christian Academy National Honor Society will be hosting their 3rd annual blood drive from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 10. The school is located at 1093 South CR 250E, Winona Lake. Students age 16-17 will need a signed permission slip from a parent. Anyone 18 years of age or …read more.

AKRON — A blood drive hosted by the Tippecanoe Valley High School student council on Friday, Dec. 2, collected 54 units of blood for the American Red Cross. A total of 51 donors rolled up their sleeves to donate. Three people were able to donate “doubles” where their blood is put through a special machine …read more.

WARSAW — The Community Career Center at at 751 Anchorage Point Drive, Warsaw, is hosting the following events in November. Creating an Excel Spreadsheet Workshop: 10-11 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 10 . 1-2 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 15. 10-11 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 17. The Career Center will be hosting a three series workshop centered on creating a Microsoft Excel …read more.

WARSAW — The following events are set to take place in July at Goodwill’s Warsaw Community Career Center. Microsoft Office Workshops 10-11 a.m. Tuesday, July 5 3–4 p.m. Thursday, July 14 3–4 p.m. Thursday, July 21 10–11 a.m. Tuesday, July 26 These workshops are designed for all skill levels and those who are new to comptuers. …read more.

By AMANDA BANKS Director of Public Relations, Grace College WINONA LAKE — To help meet the demand for blood donations, Grace College and Seminary will host a Red Cross Blood Drive from noon to 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 27, at the Gordon Recreation Center, 100 Publishers Dr., Winona Lake. “Not enough people realize the impact …read more.

SYRACUSE  — The American Red Cross is hosting a Blood Drive as part of Kids Safety Day at the Syracuse Community Center from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 30. Those interested in scheduling an appointment can do so by calling (800)RED CROSS or by going to www.redcrossblood.org

WARSAW — The Warsaw Career Center will be holding multiple events throughout the month of December. Dedicated to helping Warsaw residents get the job they want, the career center will provide workshops, a blood drive and a food drive.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — The American Red Cross encourages individuals and organizations to give something that means something this winter by making a lifesaving blood donation or hosting a blood drive.

By VINCE ROBINSON American Red Cross WARSAW — The American Red Cross encourages eligible donors to help their communities prepare for emergencies by giving blood during National Preparedness Month this September. Becoming a regular blood donor is one way to help ensure communities are prepared for any emergency, including those where blood transfusions are needed. …read more.

By VINCE ROBINSON American Red Cross The American Red Cross urges eligible donors to give blood in the weeks surrounding Independence Day to help ensure a sufficient blood supply now and throughout the summer. Many summer activities, such as vacations and travel, cause frequent blood donors to be less available to give during the summer. …read more.

With the Fourth of July holiday weekend approaching, officials at The Medical Foundation have issued a reminder to the community of the need for donated blood due to the sharp increase in injuries requiring medical attention. According to the National Safety Council (NCS), the Fourth of July weekend is the deadliest holiday of the year, …read more.

By VINCE ROBINSON Communications Manager, American Red Cross There are 100 days of summer and the American Red Cross urges eligible donors to choose their day to give blood and help ensure a sufficient blood supply. Summer is a difficult time to collect enough blood to meet patient needs. Nearly 90 percent of donors surveyed …read more.

The Papers is hosting a blood drive from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday, June 25 at the Milford Community Building. Gas Card prizes will be given.

By AMANDA PETRUCELLI Ancilla College Ancilla’s student government association will host a blood drive through the American Red Cross from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. Thursday, April 23. SGA faculty Advisor, Jill Neidlinger, along with president Jacob Burgo and many student volunteers prepare and organize the vent. Students, faculty, staff and community are encouraged to …read more.

By VINCE ROBINSON American Red Cross Following round after round of snow, freezing rain and arctic cold in many parts of the country, the American Red Cross has an urgent need for eligible blood and platelet donors to give now to help restock its shelves. March storms forced the cancellation of more than 200 blood …read more.

By VINCE ROBINSON American Red Cross The American Red Cross encourages eligible blood donors to become everyday heroes by giving blood in celebration of Red Cross Month this March. Since 1943, every president has designated March as Red Cross Month – a time to recognize those who support the Red Cross. Local communities depend on …read more.

By VINCE ROBINSON American Red Cross The American Red Cross encourages eligible donors to help ensure a sufficient and diverse blood supply by giving blood this February. Since the beginning of the year, widespread flu and inclement winter weather in some parts of the country have prevented many regular donors from making or keeping their …read more.

Food banks and pantries around the area are low on supplies and having a hard time keeping stocked, a common problem come February. “After the holiday season entering into the new year, this is really our slowest time of the year [for donations], but the need continues to be great,” stated Marijo Martinec, associate director …read more.

By AMANDA PETRUCELLI Ancilla College Ancilla’s Student Government Association will host a blood drive through the American Red Cross from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. Monday, Feb. 2. SGA Faculty Advisor, Jill Neidlinger, along with President Jacob Burgo and many student volunteers are preparing and organizing the event. Students, faculty, staff, and community members are …read more.

By VINCE ROBINSON American Red Cross The American Red Cross asks eligible blood donors to make a resolution to give blood regularly in 2015, beginning with National Blood Donor Month in January. National Blood Donor Month recognizes the importance of giving blood and platelets while honoring those who roll up a sleeve to help patients …read more.

Donate blood with the American Red Cross in support of organ transplant and other patients; October is Liver Awareness Month The American Red Cross encourages eligible donors to give blood during Liver Awareness Month this October. According to the American Liver Foundation, more than 6,000 liver transplants are performed each year in the U.S., making …read more.

A Red Cross blood drive is being held this Saturday, Aug. 16, during the Farmers Market in downtown Warsaw. From 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., blood donors or all types can donate for the cause. The Red Cross says there is a nationwide urgent appeal for blood donors this summer, as summer months always carry …read more.

HUNTINGTON, Ind. — An American Red Cross blood drive will be held on Saturday, July 26, in honor of 3-year-old Wyatt Schmaltz. Wyatt is battling Stage 4 neuroblastoma, a type of cancer that starts in young nerve cells. “Wyatt is strong and he’s a hero to many of us for fighting so hard,” said Wyatt’s father, …read more.

Throughout the summer months, the American Red Cross will participate in the statewide Fallen Officer Blood Drive Campaign.  This is the eighth year the Red Cross will host blood drives across Indiana to honor fallen officers and raise awareness of the need for blood. Janice Starnes, whose husband Sergeant Daniel Starnes was killed in the …read more.

The American Red Cross is hosting Blood Drives in Kosciusko County beginning next week. The following Blood Drives are scheduled: Wednesday, April 2, 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Warsaw Missionary Church, 1849 Springhill Rd., Warsaw.Saturday, April 19, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Lowe’s, 2495 Jalynn St., Warsaw. Monday, April 21, 11 a.m. to …read more.

The American Red Cross blood drive scheduled on Monday, Nov. 11, at Milford Christian Church in the Fellowship Hall will now be from 2 p.m. until 6 p.m. Milford Christian Church is located at 201 N. Henry St., in Milford. The drive was originally scheduled from 3 p.m. until 7 p.m. How to Donate Blood …read more.

An additional American Red Cross blood drive will be held on Thursday, Aug. 29, from 3 p.m. until 7 p.m. at Walnut Creek United Methodist Church in the Fellowship Hall, located at 2033 S. 150 W., in Warsaw. Donate Blood Aug. 26 to Sept. 9 for a chance to win one of five $1,000 American …read more.

Donating money is not the only way to save lives. In fact, you could save up to three lives without spending a cent. The American Red Cross is issuing an emergency call for blood and platelet donors of all blood types. Every 2 seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood. Nationwide, donations through the Red Cross …read more.

Add “blood donation” to your summer plans! The need for blood is constant, even during summer. It that time of year to gear up for fun in the sun. School is out, vacations are planned and longstanding routines are replaced with carefree, casual days. It is also a time when the need for blood often outpaces …read more.

The last Ancilla College Blood Drive of the school year will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday, April 10, at the college. Ancilla College is located just two miles south of U.S. 30 near Plymouth. Donors can sign up at the college but walk-ins are welcome. The Ancilla Blood Drive is open …read more.

Focusing on the idea that every one of us can become a hero by giving blood will be the focus of World Blood Donor Day on June 14. “The need for blood is universal, just like air or water,” said Sharyn Whitman, CEO for the Indiana-Ohio Blood Services Region of the American Red Cross. “World …read more.