06/19/2026
A Juneteenth rooted in service, unity, and life‑saving impact.
Today, our amazing blood drive host Artie Hill brought her energy during this community‑driven event presented by the Greater Hartford Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., in partnership with the Epsilon Omicron Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Farmington Valley Chapter of The Links, Inc., Greater Hartford Chapter of The Links, Inc., Theta Alpha Sigma Greater Hartford Alumnae Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., and the Phi Delta Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.
June 19 is also World Sickle Cell Day, a moment to honor sickle cell warriors, the light they carry, and the donors who support them. Sickle cell disease affects an estimated 100,000 people in the U.S., many of whom rely on regular blood transfusions — sometimes up to 100 units each year. Black donors are nearly three times more likely to be a match for the blood most needed by patients with sickle cell disease, making today’s turnout even more meaningful.
Together, our community collected over 50 units of blood to help patients in need. A special thank you to UCONN Health and the Wilson Gray YMCA for also standing with us.
