Rhode Island Blood Center Honors 35-Year Partnership With Amica Insurance
LINCOLN, RI – Rhode Island Blood Center (RIBC) hosted a blood drive at Amica Insurance on Wednesday, Aug. 26, to celebrate 35 years of partnership between the organizations. During that time, Amica has hosted 231 blood drives, with 11,549 presenting donors and 10,414 donations collected for patients in need.
RIBC declared a blood emergency last month after the blood supply reached its lowest level since the COVID-19 pandemic. Now, blood centers nationwide are also sounding the alarm. The American Red Cross has declared only the second national blood crisis in its history, underscoring the challenges blood providers across the country are facing.
“We appreciate being a part of RIBC’s lifesaving work,” said Amica Chairman, President and CEO Ted Shallcross. “Blood donation has become a meaningful tradition at Amica, so this recognition belongs to the Amica employees who have rolled up their sleeves year after year to help patients in need.”
The milestone was marked with a recognition ceremony honoring Amica’s longstanding commitment to supporting the local blood supply. Sam Palmisano, Chief Operating Officer, shared “We’re proud to celebrate 35 years of partnership. We want to thank our employees and everyone else in the community who takes the time and makes the effort to give blood.” Scott Boyd, Amica Senior Vice President of Human Resource, also acknowledged Amica employee efforts. “Blood donation is a simple but really powerful tool. Our employees are the ones that make this happen, inspiring and encouraging their colleagues. We hope this milestone helps inspire new donors,” said Boyd.
“For 35 years, Amica and its employees have played an important role in helping ensure patients in our community have access to lifesaving blood,” said Nicole Pineault, Executive Director, Operations at Rhode Island Blood Center. “We’re incredibly grateful for their continued partnership and the countless patients and families they have helped through their commitment to blood donation.”
Rhode Island Blood Center is urging all eligible donors, especially those with type O blood, to schedule an appointment as soon as possible. Blood donors can give every 56 days, and platelet donors up to twice each month. Recent FDA eligibility updates also mean more people than ever may now be eligible to donate. To view current eligibility guidelines or to make an appointment at this blood drive, visit ribc.org or call 401.453.8383.
About Rhode Island Blood Center
Founded in 1979, Rhode Island Blood Center (RIBC) has served Rhode Island and the New England area for more than 45 years, delivering more than 90,000 lifesaving blood products annually to 50+ hospitals, EMS and healthcare partners. RIBC is part of New York Blood Center Enterprises (NYBCe), which spans 17+ states and delivers one million blood products to 400+ U.S. hospitals annually. NYBCe additionally delivers cellular therapies, specialty pharmacy, and medical services to 200+ research, academic and biomedical organizations. NYBCe’s Lindsley F. Kimball Research Institute is a leader in hematology and transfusion medicine research, dedicated to the study, prevention, treatment and cure of bloodborne and blood-related diseases. RIBC serves as a vital community lifeline dedicated to helping patients and advancing global public health. To learn more, visit ribc.org. Connect with us on Facebook, X, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
About Amica Insurance
Founded in 1907, Amica Mutual Insurance Company is headquartered in Lincoln, Rhode Island, and is the oldest mutual automobile insurer in the United States, offering auto, home, life and umbrella insurance policies nationwide. With $5.9 billion in assets and over 3,500 employees, Amica creates peace of mind and builds enduring relationships with its customers across the country, protecting what’s most important to them.
Amica’s award-winning customer service is rooted in empathy and compassion. The company has been recognized with more than 65 J.D. Power awards, including #1 rankings in customer satisfaction among homeowners and rental insurance providers in 2025. Amica has also been named one of America’s Best Insurance Companies by Forbes for five consecutive years and holds an A+ rating for financial stability from AM Best.