Essex Fire's Annual Blood Drive, In Memory of Addi, 15A1
And Other Ways to Give Back
It's that time of year again - when we come together for Essex Fire Department's Annual Blood Drive, in memory of my daughter Addi, 15A1. Addi lived a Big Beautiful Life with unparalleled passion and purpose as a beloved member of the Essex Fire Family, her Essex Vermont neighbors, the national medical & emergency services communities and many loving friends and organizations that helped her thrive.
She also courageously fought a life-long progressive battle with a complex, cruel mystery disease which included severe blood and bone marrow disorders. Yet, she had an indomitable spirit and met life with joy, never acknowledging her life was hard. Not once. We hope she leaves everyone her life has touched inspired to be present in life, believe in possibilities, find joy and help others.
The need for blood is constant and only volunteer donors can fulfill that need for patients in our community. Nationwide, someone needs a unit of blood every 2 to 3 seconds and most of us will need blood in our lifetime. About 1 in 7 people entering a hospital need blood. One pint of blood can save up to three lives.
Blood products breathed life back into our child countless times so she could continue to inspire us. We want the same for others. Give blood. Save lives.
Essex Fire Department
Essex Fire Department
Essex Fire Department
Essex Fire Department, Addi's beloved Fire Family, is made up of over 35 men and women who put countless hours into training, planning, responding and educating. No two calls are alike and they are prepared to handle a wide range of emergencies. Donate now to support the members and community projects!
Also, Join Your Local Volunteer Fire Department! Like many towns in our region they rely on Volunteers who leave their full-time jobs and their families to respond to calls. If you're interested in joining Essex Fire, stop by the Station at 190 Sandhill Road, Essex, VT on a Monday Night OR reach out to a Station near you!
Big Beautiful Life
Essex Fire Department
Essex Fire Department
Big Beautiful Life is a 501c3 non-profit which honors Addi's legacy by bringing people together to continue her important work. Our Programs include, Care Packages, Adventure Chair Lending Programs, Community Connections, Non-Profit referrals, Family Funding, IV Team Band-aid Binders and Addi Carroll's Pediatric Equipment Closet.
Sign in at our Table to enter a drawing for a Big Beautiful Life YETI Bottle.
Together, We Can Do More for Kids in Medical Crisis.
Aunt Dot's Place
American Red Cross
American Red Cross
Aunt Dot’s Place is a registered 501c3 charitable corporation and is an independent organization with no official ties to any religious or secular institution. All funding comes from our generous community. Aunt Dot's serves the residents of Essex, Essex Junction, Jericho, Underhill and Westford Vermont.
Also, Drop off an unopened, unexpired food donation at a food shelf near you! In Essex Vermont, Aunt Dots collects at Price Chopper, Essex Middle School and Founders Memorial in addition to their food shelf at 51 Center Road, Essex, VT.
We will be collecting food donations AND Raffling a $50 Nusantrara Gift Card as well as Essex Cinema Tickets on Feb 10 at the in-person Blood Drive!
American Red Cross
American Red Cross
American Red Cross
Red Cross volunteers and staff work to deliver vital services – from providing relief and support to those in crisis, to helping you be prepared to respond in emergencies.
As a blood donor, you do something extraordinary with each donation. You give families hope. You give patients courage. And you give those who need it most, life. Donors like you make all the difference. That is why your donation for this drive is more important than ever.
The need for blood is constant and only volunteer donors can fulfill that need for patients in our community. Nationwide, someone needs a unit of blood every 2 to 3 seconds and most of us will need blood in our lifetime.
When donors give blood this February they’ll receive a $20 Amazon.com Gift Card by email.