The Great Chicago Blood Drive is next week and Joy Squier, chief communications and marketing officer for the American Red Cross, joined ABC7 Thursday to talk about the need for donors this year.

The American Red Cross has been serving military families for almost 140 years, providing resources that help new recruits and their loved ones navigate the ups and downs of serving our country.

So, we don't want to get to that point," said Red Cross Spokesperson Joy Squier. Squier said 62% of the population is eligible to donate blood, yet only about 3% do it.

According to a press release from the American Red Cross, the organization is bringing awareness to this week, which is National CPR & AED Awareness Week, taking place June 1-7.

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The Red Cross Executive Director of the Chestnut Ridge and Allegheny Mountains, Tessie Amaranto, says that their first priority in any flooding or disaster is assuring that people have a safe ...

At left, Jason P. Hibbard receives the Military Award at the American Red Cross Southern Tier's annual Real Heroes breakfast at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel in Binghamton on May 14, 2025.

Red Cross launches 2nd phase of direct cash aid for Palisades/Eaton wildfire survivors in LA. Check eligibility & learn how to apply before the May 13 deadline.

The Red Cross is providing physical resources as well, including cleanup kits, backpacks full of toiletries, snacks and food. FOX31 was on scene and saw supplies for pets, as well.