The Red Cross continues to do fantastic work towards blood donations and helping those in need during shortages, but they do so much more than just blood work. The Red Cross is letting the public know that they are available during emergencies and times of need as well. Zach Elmore, a Red Cross Representative says that people tend to think about blood shortages without realizing all of the other great things the Red Cross does as well.

Elmore says all of the activities that the Red Cross does would not be possible without the support that it receives from the public and from the many sponsors of the Red Cross. 

Hannah McCollum, another Red Cross Representative, says she actually needed the Red Cross to help after she suffered a fire.  She said she was relieved with the help.

McCollum says that many don't realize just how much blood is needed and how many people it helps.

Find out more information on the Red Cross by visiting : https://www.redcross.org/local/illinois/about-us/locations/south-central-illinois.html