In 2020, Corey Mitchell was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, a condition that now requires him to use a wheelchair every day. “It took me off my feet, I couldn’t do anything for myself,” he said. “Through rehab, I’m in a wheelchair still. I can walk on leg braces, but I can’t drive and get myself around.” While navigating these challenges, Corey never lost sight of helping others. As a member of OfficialOPPF, he continued participating in his chapter's annual blood drives and learned he was still eligible to donate blood despite his diagnosis. After making a donation, he received unexpected news from a Red Cross donor recruitment manager. “I was having a bad day, and she reached out excited,” Corey said. “She told me that my blood can help sickle cell patients.” Corey’s blood carries a rare antigen profile, CEK-negative, meaning his blood is a close match for many patients with sickle cell disease who require frequent blood transfusions. “It’s awesome to be able to help,” Corey...