Published by Kirby Winn on Tuesday, December 31, 2024 in Blog

As 2024 comes to a close, ImpactLife proudly concludes a year-long celebration of our 50th anniversary—a milestone that honors decades of lifesaving service to our communities. Since 1974, we have grown from a small, independent nonprofit into a trusted partner providing lifesaving blood products and services across four states.

50 Years of Lifesaving Milestones

This year has been an opportunity to celebrate the people and moments that have defined ImpactLife. From our humble beginnings to becoming a key player in regional healthcare, our journey has been one of growth, innovation, and unwavering dedication to our mission.

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We marked this anniversary with 20 celebratory events at donor centers across our service region. These gatherings brought together donors, volunteers, staff, and community partners to reflect on our shared history and recommit to our lifesaving mission. See pictures below.

50 Year Celebrations

Advancing Medicine: The Future of ImpactLife

While this year was about celebrating our past, it was also a time to focus on our future. ImpactLife is committed to advancing medicine and exploring innovative solutions to meet the evolving needs of the communities we serve.

  • Cellular Therapy: We’re diving into the forefront of medical innovation, expanding our capabilities to support cellular therapies that offer groundbreaking treatments for a variety of conditions.
     
  • Velico Medical, Inc. Partnership: Through our collaboration with Velico Medical, Inc., we’re working to advance freeze-dried plasma technologies, ensuring lifesaving resources are available when and where they are needed most.

These advancements represent our dedication to providing not just blood products, but cutting-edge solutions that save and improve lives in profound ways.

Thank You for Being Part of Something Bigger

ImpactLife’s success over the past 50 years wouldn’t have been possible without the generosity of donors, the dedication of volunteers, and the support of community partners. You are the heart of our mission, and your commitment has enabled us to provide hope and healing to countless individuals and families.

Join Us in Shaping the Next 50 Years

As we close this chapter, we look ahead with excitement and determination. The road forward is filled with opportunities to innovate, collaborate, and deepen our impact. Together, we can ensure that lifesaving blood products and groundbreaking medical advancements remain accessible to all who need them.

Thank you for celebrating 50 incredible years with us. Follow us on social media for updates and opportunities to stay involved.

Here’s to the next 50 years of lifesaving impact—together, we’re part of something bigger.

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Kirby Winn

Kirby Winn serves as Manager, Public Relations for ImpactLife. He enjoys working with media across the blood center's service region to share the stories of patients who have been helped by the generous volunteers who support our mission.

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