Will we see you at Roots Picnic this year? Sickle cell disease is the most common genetic blood disorder in the U.S., affecting about 100,000 people primarily of African descent. To make sure patients have the blood products they need, the American Red Cross is working to increase the number of donors who are Black — 1 in 3 African American blood donors are a match for people with sickle cell disease, many of whom rely on regular blood transfusions as an essential treatment. Stop by the Red Cross photo booth during Roots Picnic to capture memories, take home gifts, and learn more about their Sickle Cell Initiative! #RootsPicnic #RootsPicnic2025 #DonateBlood #GiveBlood #BloodDonor #DonateBloodSaveLives #GiveBloodSaveLives #SickleCellDisease #SickleCell #SickleCellAwareness