Recipient Stories

Nate Post was diagnosed with a rare advanced stage IV cancer that required nearly 100 blood transfusions to help him through chemotherapy treatments. Thanks to selfless, dedicated donors Nate is cancer-free and back to enjoying snowboarding, racing, hiking and traveling. “The amazing donors have given me a second chance at life and for that, I am forever grateful." - Nate

Kristin Volk understands the life-saving power of blood donation.  Kristin survived a car accident that left her with a titanium rod in her leg and required multiple blood transfusions to save her life. Today, Kristin enjoys living life the fullest and spreading goodwill to others through Bonfils' Ambassador Program. "With every drop of blood, hope appears...Love becomes more evident and life begins to grow strong! Blood donation is one of the greatest gifts we can give to help save life." - Kristin

Bert Hermelink knows first hand the importance of blood donation. Bert was diagnosed with refractory anemia that required more than 75 units of blood and a bone marrow transplant to save his life.  Thanks to loyal blood and marrow donors, Bert is now healthy and greatly appreciates the donors who saved his life. "Being able to depend on the blood supply from Bonfils to be clean and plentiful was incredibly important to me. Thank you." - Bert

Danielle Percival has been a long time blood donor, but never realized it would someday save her life. Following a surgery, Danielle received 29 blood transfusions and four units of plasma in only 48 hours. Today, Danielle is healthy and encourages others in the community to understand the importance of blood, organ and tissue donation. “I will be forever grateful to my 29 blood donors whose selfless gifts saved my life in February 2009.  They have allowed me to continue to raise my beautiful 13 year old daughter." - Danielle

Are you a blood recipient or know someone who's received a blood transfusion? If so, email  Adelaide Naughton if you are interested in joining Bonfils' Ambassador Program or would like more information.