Memphis Blood Donor Recognized with Red Cross Presidential Award for Excellence

Pictured: Chris Hrouda (left), President of Biomedical Services, American Red Cross; Shaun Brennan, Award of Excellence recipient; and Gail McGovern (right), President & CEO, American Red Cross

MEMPHIS, Tenn., Aug. 29, 2022 – A local Memphis man was recognized nationally at the American Red Cross National Headquarters in Washington D.C. on August 4 for exceptional contributions to the organization. Shaun Brennan received the Presidential Award for Excellence: Biomedical Services.

Brennan has made an incredible difference in the lives of others by completing over 500 blood and platelet donations with the American Red Cross. “Shaun’s commitment to help save lives by donating blood and platelets is simply incredible, often traveling hours to donate,” said Sarah Grai, the executive director for the Mid-South Chapter in Memphis. “He is a donor with an incredible dedication to our life-saving mission. He stands for what it means to be a community hero.”

Brennan has been inducted into the Donation Hall of Fame, sponsored by Fenwal, Inc. The Donation Hall of Fame recognizes individuals nationwide who have shown an extraordinary commitment to blood donation.

During his recognition ceremony, American Red Cross President and CEO, Gail McGovern said, “The footprint Shaun has cast is greater than donation. He serves as a key ambassador of the Red Cross mission and brings awareness to others each day.” Brennan never misses a chance to share his experiences and encourages others to donate through various social media platforms.

“We are so proud of Shaun and his dedication to make our communities stronger,” Grai said. “He is a true humanitarian.”

About the American Red Cross Presidential Awards for Excellence: The Presidential Award for Excellence is presented to an individual or group of American Red Cross employees or volunteers who demonstrate exceptional performance or service in support of the American Red Cross delivering on its multi-faceted mission. Nominees' actions must go beyond meeting organizational goals and expectations and be exemplary of the highest level of commitment to Red Cross values and the execution of superior service and performance that made an extraordinary contribution toward the successful delivery of the Red Cross mission.

About the American Red Cross:

The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides comfort to victims of disasters; supplies about 40% of the nation's blood; teaches skills that save lives; distributes international humanitarian aid; and supports veterans, military members, and their families. The Red Cross is a nonprofit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to deliver its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org/Tennessee or CruzRojaAmericana.org, or visit us on Twitter at @RedCrossTN. The American Red Cross Tennessee Region serves all 95 counties in Tennessee, Crittenden County in Arkansas and Desoto and Tunica counties in Mississippi. The Tennessee Region – part of a nationwide network of locally supported chapters - is comprised of the following eight Red Cross chapters: East Tennessee, Heart of Tennessee, Mid-South, Mid-West Tennessee, Nashville Area, Southeast Tennessee, Northeast Tennessee and Tennessee River.