MS Sickle Cell Foundation

A New Orleans man became the first person in Louisiana to be functionally cured of sickle cell disease through gene therapy.

⏳ FINAL WEEK ⏳
This is it. Your last chance to apply for MSCF scholarships
👉 Don’t miss out


https://www.mssicklecellfoundation.org/scholarships

🩸❤️ On World Sickle Cell Day (June 19), I had the opportunity to visit Mississippi Blood Services in Flowood to support a cause that impacts countless individuals and families across Mississippi and beyond.

For many living with Sickle Cell Disease, blood transfusions are not optional—they are essential. Yet while the need for blood remains high, donations continue to fall short. That's why I encourage everyone who is eligible to consider becoming a donor. A single donation has the power to save lives and provide hope for those who depend on it.

Friday wasn't just about raising awareness—it was about inspiring action. By working together, we can help strengthen our blood supply, support those battling Sickle Cell Disease and ensure lifesaving resources are available when they're needed most.

If you're able to give, please do. Your donation could make all the difference in someone's tomorrow.

Together, We Serve.

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Thank you Commissioner De'Keither A. Stamps for donating blood on a regular and for supporting the MIssissippi Sickle Cell Foundation World Sickle Cell Awareness Day blood drive.

Our amazing Camp Sickle Stars camp director and camp counselors. Thank you all for another great year!

Camp Sickle Stars 2026

Every story matters.

By amplifying the voices of those living with sickle cell disease, we help create understanding, advocacy, and hope for future generations.

Thank you Pfizer Rare Disease for supporting this important work.

💙❤️ Happy Father’s Day from the Mississippi Sickle Cell Foundation! ❤️💙

Today, we celebrate the incredible fathers, grandfathers, stepfathers, guardians, and father figures who stand beside our warriors and families every day.

Your strength, sacrifice, encouragement, and unwavering love help make the journey with sickle cell disease a little easier and a lot brighter. Thank you for being protectors, teachers, advocates, and champions for those you love.

To every father in our SCD community—your impact reaches far beyond your family. You are helping build stronger families, healthier futures, and more resilient communities.

Happy Father’s Day! We honor and appreciate you today and every day. 💙

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Late post….Day 3…it was rainy but the fun continued!!