Donor Stories
Jeff - West Chester, PA
Published on 7/7/20Jeff has donated his plasma in the fight against COVID-19
Walter - Jupiter, FL
Published on 6/30/20Walter's plasma contributions give COVID-19 patients a chance to defeat the disease!
Robert - Stuart, FL
Published on 6/30/20Robert has generously donated his plasma on multiple occasions as he realizes that it could very well save the lives of another family's loved one.
Jennifer - Tequesta, FL
Published on 6/30/20Jennifer continues to donate her plasma so that those in dire straits with COVID-19 have a fighting chance to survive and defeat the virus!
James - Stuart, FL
Published on 6/30/20James has donated multiple times and continues to further his mission to helping those with COVID-19 recover!
Harald - Palm City, FL
Published on 6/30/20Harald donated plasma for the second time with Plasma for Lives to truly help make a difference in the battle against COVID-19
Toni - Fountain Valley, CA
Published on 6/30/20
Drew - Lake Worth, FL
Published on 6/15/20Tested Positive for Covid-19 and recovered. Now I wanted to use my plasma to help others recover as well!
Dusty - Stuart, FL
Published on 6/12/20I wanted to donate plasma to possibly save a life! That’s an awesome miracle I want to be part of!
Jennifer - Wheaton, MD
Published on 6/8/20Jennifer has donated her plasma to help save lives, and is making a difference in the fight against Covid-19.
Jaime - Freehold, NJ
Published on 6/4/20Jaime has donated his plasma to help save lives, and is making a difference in the fight against Covid-19.
Elizabeth - Arlington, VA
Published on 6/1/20Elizabeth has donated her plasma to help save lives, and is making a difference in the fight against Covid-19.
Max - Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Published on 5/28/20Max has donated his plasma to help save lives, and is making a difference in the fight against Covid-19.
Amy - Southport, CT
Published on 5/28/20Amy has donated her plasma to help save lives, and is making a difference in the fight against Covid-19.
Haley - Ann Arbor, MI
Published on 5/27/20Haley has donated her plasma to help save lives, and is making a difference in the fight against Covid-19.
Kimberly - Winter Garden, FL
Published on 5/26/20Due to Stacie and Kevin Rathel sharing their journey so publicly during the most unimaginable circumstances and also having many mutual friends on FB I was constantly seeing updates on their situation and that truly is the reason I immediately knew I wanted to donate plasma as soon as I found out I had the antibodies.
Justin - Miami, FL
Published on 5/26/20I saw that the convalescent plasma therapy option was a really good opportunity for someone who has recovered from this horrible virus to do something good that a lot of other people do not necessarily have the opportunity to do. Until now, I have never had the chance to save someone’s life. This has been a humbling experience that has brought to focus what is most important: health, family, and community.
Victor - Bronx, NY
Published on 5/26/20Victor has donated his plasma to help save lives, and is making a difference in the fight against Covid-19.
Samantha - Cheektowaga, NY
Published on 5/21/20We could never pay it back, we were just committed to paying it forward.
Hal - Palm City, FL
Published on 5/19/20Giving my Covid-19 Anti-Body rich Plasma is the right thing to do. If I can help save one poor soul’s life from me surviving this pandemic, it’s worth it. My thanks for CEO James Crocker of Hog Technologies for facilitating Anti Body Testing and OneBlood plasma collection. A great team effort for both.
Jennifer - Tequesta, FL
Published on 5/19/20Making the decision to donate plasma required no thought on my part. The simple fact of possibly saving someone’s life was a no brainer.
Wade - Stuart, FL
Published on 5/19/20Wade was a part of giving plasma to help save lives at Hog Technologies. Joining with others in the local area to help combine together to possibly be the largest single group collection of convalescent plasma.
Curtis - Stuart, FL
Published on 5/19/20I donate plasma because I want to give hope to people who have lost hope. I want to help ensure that plasma is waiting on sick people and nobody is waiting on plasma. The cure is with us.
Walter - Jupiter, FL
Published on 5/19/20If I was sick, I would hope some one would donate for me. That’s why I donated.
Ty - Jupiter, FL
Published on 5/19/20Ty was a part of giving plasma to help save lives at Hog Technologies. Joining with others in the local area to help combine together to possibly be the largest single group collection of convalescent plasma.
Robert - Stuart, FL
Published on 5/19/20I just want to help save lives. I’m thrilled to know that donating my plasma might help someone recover from Covid-19!
Teresita - Hobe Sound, FL
Published on 5/19/20I donated because I want to help people get through this pandemic. I have family members that are extremely vulnerable during this time and I would encourage all to donate.
Stacie - Orlando, FL
Published on 5/19/20I’m thrilled to have the opportunity to “pay it forward” and help save up to 3 lives with one plasma donation, especially since it helped save the life of my husband. Plasma offers so much hope against a horrific virus.
Pete - Palm City, FL
Published on 5/19/20Pete was a part of giving plasma to help save lives at Hog Technologies. Joining with others in the local area to help combine together to possibly be the largest single group collection of convalescent plasma.
Martha - Stuart, FL
Published on 5/19/20In the past, people have helped me in many ways, so I must pay it forward. For me, it's not an option!
Lauren - Orlando, FL
Published on 5/19/20I wanted to help another family the way James Crocker helped my dad (Kevin)
Justin - Stuart, FL
Published on 5/19/20I want to make a difference in the pandemic, to help in the research process in developing treatments and to save lives.
Jill - Palm City, FL
Published on 5/19/20When I received a positive anti-body result, the thought of donating plasma was a “no-brainer” for me. This is a small sacrifice to help others in need.
James - Stuart, FL
Published on 5/19/20James donated a second time recently as part of the Plasma for Lives group. “It was really special to have the recipient of his first donation on hand. It was also great to have his brother Curtis donating as well as several other family members. Having Kevin Rathel and his wife Stacie and two of their kids, was a great moment.
Michelle - Stuart, FL
Published on 5/19/20
Dave - Lighthouse Point, FL
Published on 5/19/20Dave was a part of giving plasma to help save lives at Hog Technologies. Joining with others in the local area to help combine together to possibly be the largest single group collection of convalescent plasma.
Cynthia - Palm City, FL
Published on 5/19/20Cynthia was a part of giving plasma to help save lives at Hog Technologies. Joining with others in the local area to help combine together to possibly be the largest single group collection of convalescent plasma.
Cheryl - Jensen Beach - FL
Published on 5/19/20I have never donated blood because I have small veins and sometimes they are hard to hit in regular blood draws. After testing positive for Covid-19 and the antibodies, my Dr. asked me if I would consider donating my plasma. I weighed the two choices; a pin prick or saving a life. I chose life!
Laura - Stuart, FL
Published on 5/19/20Laura was a part of giving plasma to help save lives at Hog Technologies. Joining with others in the local area to help combine together to possibly be the largest single group collection of convalescent plasma.
Cecilia - Orlando, FL
Published on 5/19/20I donated in memory of my husband Marvin so other families don’t lose their loved ones to covid.
Austin - Stuart, FL
Published on 5/19/20I chose to donate plasma simply because it’s too easy not to! Having the opportunity to give hope to someone who has no hope it’s one of the most amazing feelings you’ll ever experience!
Arnold - Stuart, FL
Published on 5/19/20I believe that we must do whatever we can to help out our fellow humans get through this virus. I would want help myself if I were sick with covid 19. I’m glad that I was able to participate in this great cause
William - Stuart, FL
Published on 5/19/20William was a part of giving plasma to help save lives at Hog Technologies. Joining with others in the local area to help combine together to possibly be the largest single group collection of convalescent plasma.
Mohammad - Cincinnati, OH
Published on 5/15/20Mohammad has donated his plasma to help save lives, and is making a difference in the fight against Covid-19.
Kimberly - Fort Pierce, FL
Published on 5/19/20
Russ - New York, NY
Published on 5/15/20Russ has donated his plasma to help save lives, and is making a difference in the fight against Covid-19.
Abigail - Farragut, IA
Published on 5/13/20Abigail has donated her plasma to help save lives, and is making a difference in the fight against Covid-19.
Lt. Paul - Schenectady, NY
Published on 5/13/20Lt. Paul has donated his plasma to help save lives, and is making a difference in the fight against Covid-19.
Stephen - New York, NY
Published on 5/13/20Stephen has donated his plasma to help save lives, and is making a difference in the fight against Covid-19.
Aaron - Port St. Lucie, FL
Published on 5/13/20Aaron has donated his plasma to help save lives, and is making a difference in the fight against Covid-19.
Kimberly - New York, NY
Published on 5/13/20Kimberly has donated her plasma to help save lives, and is making a difference in the fight against Covid-19.
Christine - Leesburg, FL
Published on 5/19/20
Sheila - Blytheville, AR
Published on 5/12/20Sheila has donated her plasma to help save lives, and is making a difference in the fight against Covid-19.
Curtis - Tulsa, OK
Published on 5/12/20Curtis has donated his plasma to help save lives, and is making a difference in the fight against Covid-19.
Charlie - Allentown, PA
Published on 5/12/20Charlie has donated his plasma to help save lives, and is making a difference in the fight against Covid-19.
Anthony - Camden, NJ
Published on 5/12/20Anthony has donated his plasma to help save lives, and is making a difference in the fight against Covid-19.
Adrienne - Camden, NJ
Published on 5/12/20Adrienne has donated her plasma to help save lives, and is making a difference in the fight against Covid-19.
Paul - San Antonio, TX
Published on 5/12/20Paul has donated his plasma to help save lives, and is making a difference in the fight against Covid-19.
Ronald - Sayville, NY
Published on 5/11/20Ronald has donated his plasma to help save lives, and is making a difference in the fight against Covid-19.
Alison - Washington DC
Published on 5/11/20Alison has donated her plasma to help save lives, and is making a difference in the fight against Covid-19.
Jeff - Bonita Springs, FL
Published on 5/11/20Jeff has donated his plasma to help save lives, and is making a difference in the fight against Covid-19.
Eli - Miami, FL
Published on 5/8/20Eli recently donated plasma following his bout with COvid-19. Eli's father-in-law is 83 years old and has been battling the virus for over a month now in ICU. His father-in-law Lorenzo, also recently received plasma from an anonymous donor and it made such a difference that Eli was inspired to donate himself.
Linda - Bellmore, NY
Published on 5/8/20Linda has donated her plasma to help save lives, and is making a difference in the fight against Covid-19.
Richard & Maria - Bala Cynwyd, PA
Published on 5/8/20Couple who recovered from COVID-19 donate plasma for coronavirus research
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Megan - Chambersburg, PA
Published on 5/8/20York County woman becomes WellSpan Health's first plasma donor for treatment of COVID-19
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Theresa - Staten Island, NY
Published on 5/8/20Theresa has donated her plasma to help save lives, and is making a difference in the fight against Covid-19.
Lynn - Warren, MI
Published on 5/7/20Lynn has donated her plasma to help save lives, and is making a difference in the fight against Covid-19.
Jill - Brooklyn, NY
Published on 5/7/20Jill has donated her plasma to help save lives, and is making a difference in the fight against Covid-19.
Adam - Washington D.C.
Published on 5/7/20Adam has donated his plasma to help save lives, and is making a difference in the fight against Covid-19.
Phillip - Dallas, TX
Published on 5/5/20Phillip has donated his plasma to help save lives, and is making a difference in the fight against Covid-19.
Diana - Port Jervis, NY
Published on 5/5/20Diana has donated her plasma to help save lives, and is making a difference in the fight against Covid-19.
Kevin - Middletown, PA
Published on 5/5/20After recovery, Middletown man plans plasma donation to help others
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Elena - Rockville Centre, NY
Published on 5/1/20Elena has donated her plasma to help save lives, and is making a difference in the fight against Covid-19.
Kimberly - Pompano Beach, FL
Published on 4/30/20Kimberly has donated her plasma to help save lives, and is making a difference in the fight against Covid-19.
Terry - Amity Harbor, NY
Published on 4/30/20Terry has donated his plasma to help save lives, and is making a difference in the fight against Covid-19.
Denise - Eastchester, NY
Published on 4/30/20Over 4 weeks ago my husband and I tested positive for Coronavirus. Thankfully we were never hospitalized. Thank God we are all doing great & well. We are so grateful, and wanted to help. On April 17, we both donated blood & found out we have high antibodies and on April 23, I donated Plasma and hope to help/save someone. Together we will all get through this! From Westchester County, NY, Blood type A+ much love to the New York Blood Center
Christine - Wanlagh, NY
Published on 4/30/20Christine has donated her plasma to help save lives, and is making a difference in the fight against Covid-19.
Laura - Seaford, NY
Published on 4/30/20Laura has donated her plasma to help save lives, and is making a difference in the fight against Covid-19.
Dara, New York - NY
Published on 4/30/20I have donated my plasma 2 times for far over the past several weeks. I want to spread the word about how simple and easy the process is. This is so important as we have the opportunity to help so many others and fight against this virus. We are stronger as a whole! We all need to do our parts to make a difference to so many who need us.
Jenna - West Chester, PA
Published on 4/30/20I was able to fight off Covid at home with the help of my family. I feel I have made a full recovery at this point and want to do whatever I can to help my fellow Covid-19 fighters.
Kevin & Leslie - Kansas City, MO
Published on 4/28/20After contracting the virus on the Grand Princess cruise ship, couple Kevin & Leslie spent over a month in quarantine. Luckily, they did not experience any symptoms. After their quarantine, they heard the call on their local news for convalescent plasma donors. They made their first trip out of seclusion to their local blood bank, Community Blood Center. "We just wanted to donate and see if we can help some people," Kevin said. "Something good has to come out of this." "We're thinking that they can use the plasma to find a serum or some kind of cure to help people that are suffering so terribly from this," said Leslie
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David - Shreveport, LA
Published on 4/28/20Friends tend to do things together. In this case, donating plasma was no different. David contracted coronavirus by traveling, he believes, and passed it to his friend Kevin while celebrating Mardis Gras back in February with their family and friends. After recovering, the two men decided to donate together through LifeShare Blood Center. David has been approached by the family of a loved one in the ICU of a local hospital who was suffering from the virus. “I’m hoping as more and more people have negative test results come back in, that they will be willing to go in because there is no reason to be afraid to do it, and you’ll be saving some lives," Langston said. “I hope this procedure works, they are doing it. And so if it does, people need to line up and give plasma. If this works, they will be saving some lives.” Both friends plan on donating again in the future.
Kevin - Shreveport, LA
Published on 4/28/20Friends tend to do things together. Kevin's friend David had previously contracted Covid-19 by traveling, they believed, and passed it to Kevin, who is a Caddo deputy, while celebrating Mardis Gras back in February, with their family & friends. After recovering, the two men decided to donate together through LifeShare Blood Center. “If this works and they do need the plasma, they may need a lot. So people need to know about it. We were there less than two hours and that includes the screening portion. It’s just something that we need to do and it’s so simple. We’re all in this together, even if we’re apart,” Calhoun said. "We’re all in this together.” Both friends plan on donating again in the future.
George - Columbus, OH
Published on 4/28/20After hearing the call of a local 17yr old who needed plasma, Columbus dentist, George Tzagournis, 49, felt the urge to do his part. Back in March, George had suffered from the novel coronavirus, experiencing some of the worst side effects possible. The father of three knew how important his actions were. “What better way to combat this virus than to actually do something that’s pretty easy…Having three kids who are college age, I would hope that someone else would do the same thing for us if we were in need… it was a no-brainer.”
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Robert - Fort Worth, TX
Published on 4/28/20Always putting others first, Father Robert Pace, 53, did not hesitate when asked if he would be willing to donate convalescent plasma for others suffering from the same virus he has just recovered from. After experiencing shortness of breath and hospitalization in March, he felt the call to minister in a different way.
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Robert - Miami Gardens, FL
Published on 4/22/20My father is still fighting but we gave him more ammunition to continue fighting with the golden plasma donation!
Curtis - Stuart, FL
Published on 4/23/20Curtis made a plasma donation to help those who are still fighting against COVID-19
Clay - Cartersville, Georgia
Published on 4/21/20After spending 11 days in the hospital in early March, Clay, one of the first in his state of Georgia to be diagnosed with coronavirus, visited Blood Assurance, a blood agency, to donate his convalescent plasma. The 59 year old was a little nervous as his memories of the hospital came back to him, but he knew the value in his plasma. "I had to fight it, I had to fight it, and I know that I have, in my blood, the antibodies that know how to fight this disease, It just goes into them and immediately begins fighting for them. It gives me great honor knowing that I am helping someone else…To know that you have a commodity on inside you, that could help other people get through this, I don’t see how you could not do it, It’s just emotional. Just knowing that you can help someone else. You know, I have to do it."
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Karen - Tampa, FL
Published on 4/21/20After contracting the virus in early March, Karen, 56, experienced relatively mild symptoms. An elementary school guidance counselor, she felt the urge to continue helping others by donating her plasma on Monday, April 13. Her gift of hope came just in time with Easter!
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Mike - Jupiter, FL
Published on 4/17/20Mike Mangus’ full circle journey of covid-19 has been able to give others hope. His experience with the virus brought him nights of fear when he woke up gasping for air. “It is amazing that you can turn around and provide again hopefully a solution after going through something so crazy and a close to death experience, at least in my situation.” He was able to donate his plasma at a One Blood location in Pompano Beach, only a 45 min drive from his house.
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James - Stuart, FL
Published on April 18th 2020After recovering from COVID-19, James Crocker donated plasma to save the life of a man he never met. Through Facebook, James was able to connect to Kevin, in turn, giving him life saving plasma. The two have now become "blood brothers" and will share a lifelong bond.
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Dwight - Camarillo, CA
Published on April 18th 2020Dwight Everett, a recovered COVID-19 patient, awaits his blood draw at St. John’s Pleasant Valley Hospital in Camarillo. Plasma from the 65-year-old retired electrician went to Ron Shirley, an 80-year-old retired gas company planner who was being ravaged by the same disease.
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Diana - Atlanta, GA
Published on April 16th 2020A single Covid-19 survivor can provide enough plasma to treat two or three sick patients. Could it help save lives?
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