Gov Ball 2025: Volunteer's Day Makes a Difference in Blood Cancer Fight

Gov Ball 2025: Volunteer's Efforts Highlight Blood Cancer Awareness New York City, June 15, 2025 – Aneudy Arvelo, a volunteer at this year's Governors Ball music festival, spent his day working with the National Marrow Donor Program (NMDP) to raise awareness about blood cancer and encourage stem cell donations. His video captures the energy of the event and the importance of the NMDP's mission. Arvelo's video shows him navigating the festival grounds, eventually reaching the NMDP booth. He describes the long walk as "averaging 10K steps a day." Despite the distance and a rainy start, Arvelo's enthusiasm remained high. He interacted with many attendees, helping them understand the process of becoming a potential donor. "Getting swabs is worth it," he states in the video, emphasizing the life-saving potential of stem cell donation. The NMDP booth offered various activities to engage attendees, including a spin-the-wheel game. The video shows Arvelo and other volunteers interacting with people, creating a fun and informative atmosphere that encouraged participation. By the end of the day, they had successfully swabbed over 250 people. Arvelo's experience highlights the impact of individual volunteers in raising awareness for critical health issues. His dedication and the NMDP's presence at Gov Ball underscore the importance of community engagement in promoting life-saving initiatives.