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Donor Stories

Submitted by our visitors

Rachael
The next generation
18 years ago mulitple someones donated platelets and my mom was able to live long enough to see the birth of her 3rd... Read more
Cynthia
Donor and spouse recipient.
I have donated blood over 50 times and platelets approximately 12 times. I truly believe in this program. In the... Read more
Rachel
For My Mommy
People always ask why I give blood because I used to be terrified of needles. I give blood in honor of my mother. My... Read more