Blood Services

The Tri-County Red Cross is happy to announce April's Volunteer of the Month, to the late Anita D, Kish (9/10/1915 - 4/1/2008).

Kish was one of the historical Red Cross Gray Ladies, named for the volunteer uniforms they wore during WWII. She lived in Fanwood and volunteered for over 20 years at various organizations in the Central NJ area. We were proud to call Mrs. Kish a friend as she helped out at blood drives and shared stories about the wonderful things the Red Cross did in her local community.

"Mrs. Kish's accomplishments are an inspiration to us all," said Nathan Rudy, CEO of the Tri-County Red Cross chapter.  "We are honored to have had her as a volunteer."

Her award was accepted by lifelong friend, Lieselotte Schmiede of Fanwood.

If you would like to volunteer for the Tri-County Red Cross please contact our Director of Youth and Volunteer Services at 908-756-6414 or email webbv@usa.redcross.org.

The Tri-County Red Cross is seeking volunteers to help with intake and education at blood drives throughout Union, Middlesex and Somerset Counties.  You do not need any medical training, and you will not be involved in actually drawing, storing or coming in contact with the blood.

Volunteers simply greet donors, take their basic information and pass them on to the blood services staff.  After a donor completes their donation, volunteers ensure donors drink fluids and eat a snack and are given information about how to be healthy after giving blood.

We are also always looking for people to donate and new locations to hold blood drives!  If you are interested in volunteering, donating or hosting a blood drive, please contact Victor Webb at (908) 756-6414 or webbv@usa.redcross.org.