Blood collected by the center goes to more than 70 hospitals across Kentucky where it's used for surgeries, diseases like cancer, trauma, organ transplants, premature births and more.
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JCPS started its summer meal program last week, providing free meals for any child 18 and younger. Breakfasts and lunches are offered five days a week at 140 sites like schools, parks and community centers across Louisville.
Organizations say Kentuckians are showing up to support one another by donating blood after several deadly shootings in Louisville.
The center said it typically sees fewer donations this time of year, and it's still trying to replenish its shelves from the pandemic.
The Kentucky Blood Center held "Super Donor Week" from May 16-21, in honor of Knox Shepherd, a 3-year-old boy who has been through rigorous cancer treatments.
A Louisville family is partnering with the Kentucky Blood Center to give back to the community.