The Worldwide Blood Drive, a global life-sharing campaign hosted by WeLoveU since 2004, celebrates its 20th anniversary this year. With the active participation of members and citizens, WeLoveU continues the noble act of sharing life through voluntary and non-remunerated blood donations across 51 countries and six continents.

In September, American members held a special blood drive
in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month and Sickle Cell Awareness Month.
This campaign aimed to support people with conditions like sickle cell disease1,
marking the 20th anniversary of WeLoveU’s life-saving blood drives.

In Atlanta, Georgia; Los Angeles, California; and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania,
a total of 694 members and citizens successfully donated blood
and bought hope to patients facing a crisis due to the blood shortage.

1 A chronic anemia caused by a genetic abnormality in hemoglobin: It is a disease that leads to various omplications and is more commonly observed in individuals of Hispanic descent.

Mega Blood Drive Events on September 15

🩸 Atlanta, GA 🩸
- The 673rd blood drive at Mercedes-Benz Stadium -
🩸 Los Angeles, CA 🩸
- The 675th blood drive at California Ballroom, Marina del Rey Marriott -
🩸 Philadelphia, PA 🩸
- The 672nd blood drive at Market Ballroom, Philadelphia Live -

At the Los Angeles event–the 675th Worldwide Blood Drive–several
well-known figures, including members of the U.S. House of Representatives
and of the California Legislature Assembly, and the Mayors of Hawthorne
and Torrance, attended and presented a total of 15 plaques and certificates
of appreciation to WeLoveU and its Honorary Chairwoman Zahng Gil-jah,
in recognition of 20 years of dedication to blood donation efforts, charity work,
and commitment to local communities.

Derek Fisher, former NBA player

“Congratulations to the WeLoveU Foundation for its wonderful achievements over the past 20 years. Blood donation and community service are not easy tasks. Thank you for your unwavering dedication around the world. The great impact activities often go unacknowledged as they deserve, but your actions will never be forgotten. I’ve participated in many charity events in the United States and worldwide, but I feel WeLoveU members are all one team. I hope to continue participating in WeLoveU’s volunteer work.”

Derek Fisher, former NBA player

Joanne Allen, CEO of the American Red Cross Los Angeles Region

“I heard the news that WeLoveU is hosting a mega blood donation campaign and decided to participate in the event. Collecting a significant amount of blood is truly important. We have been faced challenge for blood shortage recently. WeLoveU is doing such an outstanding job. Seeing so many citizens take an interest in and engage in humanitarian work like this gives me hope. Congratulations and gratitude to all of you for the achievements made today and for all your efforts to create a better world.”

Joanne Allen, CEO of the American Red Cross Los Angeles Region

Shalini Sasha Quattlebaum, Miss Nevada & Lawyer

“It has been 20 years that WeLoveU carried out the blood drive campaign.It was conducted not just in the United States but around the world.
Today, blood donation campaigns were held simultaneously in Los Angeles,
Philadelphia, and Atlanta. Blood donation is a great and amazing activity
that serves local communities. I’ve heard that 150,000 lives have been saved
through this campaign so far. I’m so happy to be a part of the WeLoveU Foundation.”

Shalini Sasha Quattlebaum, Miss Nevada & Lawyer

Jose Erdinita, DJ at Philadelphia's Rumba 106.1 Radio Station

“These people are doing a great job. All the happy faces seem to say,
‘We’re not just glad you’re here, but you’re really important to us.’ ”

Jose Erdinita, DJ at Philadelphia's Rumba 106.1 Radio Station

Jamie Lane from the American Red Cross

“Your energy and smiles are contagious.”

Jamie Lane from the American Red Cross

The event also featured a panel exhibition to share the importance
of blood donation and introduce WeLoveU’s various activities,
aiming to promote respectful recognition of life.

WeLoveU will continue hosting the Worldwide Blood Drive
to present love and hope to neighbors in need due to the blood shortages,
including patients with sickle cell disease.

We hope to spread the flower of life worldwide
through blood donation campaigns.