WHIPPANY, N.J., Feb. 26,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Suburban Propane Partners,
L.P. (NYSE: SPH), a nationwide distributor of propane, renewable
propane, renewable natural gas, fuel oil, and related products and
services, as well as a marketer of natural gas and electricity and
investor in low carbon fuel alternatives, commemorated Black
History Month in conjunction with the American Red Cross, Faithful
Central Bible Church, the Beverly Hills West (CA) Chapter of The
Links, Incorporated, and the City of
Inglewood, California, by hosting a blood drive celebrating
the life of Dr. Charles R. Drew, a
renowned surgeon and pioneer in the field of blood
transfusions.
Dr. Drew is remembered for his research in blood transfusions
and for developing improved techniques for blood storage. He
applied this knowledge to developing large-capacity blood banks
during World War II. Dr. Drew's youngest daughter, Dr.
Silvia Drew Ivie spoke at a
reception celebrating his significant contributions to medicine
alongside Inglewood Mayor
James T. Butts and representatives
of the American Red Cross, the Beverly Hills West (CA) Chapter of
The Links, Incorporated, and Suburban Propane.
"Suburban Propane is acutely aware of the importance of blood
donation and transfusions throughout the
United States and we are honored to join the American Red
Cross, Faithful Central Bible Church, and the Beverly Hills West
(CA) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated to celebrate the work of
Dr. Charles R. Drew and to increase
awareness for such an important cause," said Nandini Sankara, Spokesperson, Suburban Propane.
"We hope today's events will inspire others in the community to
carry on Dr. Drew's legacy by becoming blood donors."
In conjunction with the celebratory reception, Suburban Propane
hosted a blood drive in honor of Dr. Drew with the Beverly Hills
West (CA) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated, and the Red Cross at
Faithful Central Bible Church in Inglewood. The drive was part of an ongoing
effort by the American Red Cross to increase blood donations in
support of individuals battling sickle cell disease. Blood
transfusion is an essential treatment for sickle cell disease—the
most common genetic blood disease in the
United States, primarily affecting Black individuals. Some
individuals with sickle cell disease depend on frequent blood
transfusions throughout their lifetime—as many as 100 units of
blood per patient each year. One in three Black blood donors is a
match for those diagnosed with sickle cell disease.
"Blood transfusion is an essential aspect of treatment for
sickle cell disease, which primarily affects Black and African
American individuals," said Rosie
Taravella, CEO, the American Red Cross New Jersey Region.
"More than 100,000 people in the United
States have sickle cell disease and could require as many as
100 units of blood, per patient, each year. We appreciate Suburban
Propane's continued support to help raise awareness for this
critical need."
These events are part of the SuburbanCares corporate pillar,
illustrating Suburban Propane's commitment to supporting community
efforts across the United States.
Recently, SuburbanCares® has undertaken charitable endeavors in
numerous communities within Milford,
NH; Columbus, OH;
Sacramento, CA; Huntsville, AL; Syracuse and Albany,
NY; Key West and
Lake Worth, FL; Spokane, WA; Boston,
MA; Helena, MT;
Charlotte, NC; Lewes, DE; San
Diego and Santa Rosa, CA;
Dayton, OH; Philadelphia, PA; Santa Fe, NM; Columbia and Charleston, SC; New
Brunswick, NJ; and fed healthcare professionals in 2020 in
some of the most COVID-19 affected regions in the nation, including
Florida, California, Texas, Maryland, New
Jersey, New York, and
Washington, D.C.
About Suburban Propane:
Suburban Propane Partners,
L.P. ("Suburban Propane") is a publicly traded master limited
partnership listed on the New York Stock Exchange. Headquartered in
Whippany, New Jersey, Suburban
Propane has been in the customer service business since 1928 and is
a nationwide distributor of propane, renewable propane, renewable
natural gas ("RNG"), fuel oil and related products and services, as
well as a marketer of natural gas and electricity and producer of
and investor in low carbon fuel alternatives, servicing the energy
needs of approximately 1 million residential, commercial,
governmental, industrial and agricultural customers through
approximately 700 locations across 42 states. Suburban
Propane is supported by three core pillars: (1) Suburban Commitment
– showcasing Suburban Propane's 95-year legacy, an ongoing
commitment to the highest standards for dependability, flexibility,
and reliability that underscores Suburban Propane's commitment to
excellence in customer service; (2) SuburbanCares® – highlighting
continued dedication to giving back to local communities across
Suburban Propane's national footprint; and (3) Go Green with Suburban Propane – promoting the
clean burning and versatile nature of propane and renewable propane
as a bridge to a green energy future and investing in the next
generation of innovative, renewable energy alternatives.
For additional information on Suburban Propane, please
visit www.suburbanpropane.com.
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