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3/09/2026

  • jesse4430
  • Mar 9
  • 1 min read

UPPER MICHIGAN - New data from the American Red Cross shows those donating blood are getting younger. According to demographic estimates shared by most Red Cross volunteers in the Wisconsin region, Gen Z is the fastest growing and largest group of volunteers at 37%. Baby Boomers account for a quarter of volunteers at 25%, followed by Millennials at 17% and Gen X at 9%.  Red Cross Clubs have been popping up in schools for several years where students as young as 13 can join is believed to be a big factor for the increase in the younger generation getting more involved. 

 
 
 

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