Number of U.S. blood donors hits all-time low for past 20 years; Red Cross and NFL offer those who come to give a chance to win a trip to Super Bowl LVIII WASHINGTON, Jan. 8, 2024 - The American Red Cross is facing an emergency blood shortage as it experiences the lowest number of people giving blood in the last 20 years. Blood and platelet donations are needed now to … [Read more...] about Red Cross declares emergency blood shortage, calls for donations during National Blood Donor Month