Stop the Bleed Day
Do you know how to stop severe bleeding if someone near you gets hurt? Stop the Bleed Day teaches you just that.
Position your organization as a life-saving partner by offering free Stop the Bleed training and emergency kits to employees, students, and communities.
- 'Every Second Counts: Learn to Stop the Bleed in Under 2 Hours' — hands-on training testimonials
- DIY Emergency Kit Checklist: What Every Workplace/Home Needs to Save Lives
- From Bystander to First Responder: Real Stories of How Stop the Bleed Training Made a Difference
- Partner with Us: Host a Free Community Bleeding Kit Workshop This May
Stop the Bleed Day started with a goal: give regular people the skills to help stop heavy bleeding in an emergency.
The idea came after a school shooting in 2012, where many victims died before help could reach them.
Doctors and public health leaders realized something had to change. They saw that lives might have been saved if bystanders had known what to do in those first few minutes.
In 2015, the White House, with help from the National Security Council and Department of Defense, launched the Stop the Bleed campaign.
They worked with trauma surgeons to design training that anyone could learn.
Dr. Lenworth Jacobs, a leading surgeon, played a big role. He helped shape the program and worked through the American College of Surgeons to spread the word.
Soon after the campaign began, Stop the Bleed Day was added to National EMS Week. The day was created to raise awareness and increase training across the country.
Hospitals, schools, fire stations, and even businesses started offering free classes. What began as a national effort quickly expanded worldwide.
Now, millions have learned how to act fast and make a real difference during a crisis.
Take a Free Course
Sign up for a hands-on training class in your area. Many hospitals, schools, and community centers offer free sessions. Instructors walk you through real-life techniques, not just theory. Expect to practice using bandages, gauze, and even a tourniquet. Bring a friend to double the impact. Classes usually take less than two hours but stay with you much longer.
Create a Bleeding Kit
Put together a small kit with the basics: gloves, gauze, and a tourniquet. Store it in your car, backpack, or office drawer. Pre-made kits are also available online if you’d rather skip the hunt. Label it clearly so others can find it fast. Knowing where it is matters just as much as having it.
Host a Group Training
Invite coworkers, neighbors, or classmates to learn with you. Reach out to certified trainers who can come to your location. Local fire departments often offer support for this kind of event. You don’t need a big budget or fancy space. A shared effort makes the learning more engaging and more likely to stick.
Spread the Word
Talk about what you learned on social media or during everyday conversations. Use short clips or clear images to explain how it works. Share where others can find classes or buy kits. Stick to simple language so people don’t feel intimidated. The more people hear about it, the more lives could be saved.
Support Your Community
Ask your school or workplace if they have a bleeding kit on hand. If not, offer to help provide one. Some organizations give out supplies or discounts during awareness campaigns. Local leaders may even back efforts with funding or space. Every prepared place adds another layer of safety.