Did you know about 62% of the U.S. population is eligible to give blood? But, only about 3% does. By making an appointment to help save lives with the American Red Cross in August, donors can pump up the blood supply and keep it from falling to shortage levels. Platelet donors are especially needed now.
As a thank-you, all who come to give in August will be automatically entered for a chance to win gas for a year, a $6,000 value. There will be three lucky winners. Everyone who donates in August will also receive a $10 e-gift card to a merchant of choice. Terms apply. Visit http://rcblood.org/fuel for details.
Donors can schedule an appointment to give using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, by visiting http://RedCrossBlood.org, or by calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).
Upcoming blood donation opportunities:
•August 19, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Gates Town Hall, 1605 Buffalo Road, Rochester;
•August 20, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Trinity Emmanuel, 761 Elmgrove Road, Rochester;
•August 22, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Caldwell Manufacturing, 2605 Manitou Road, Rochester;
•August 24, 1 to 6 p.m., Riga Town Hall, 6460 Buffalo Road, Churchville;
•August 26, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Unity Hospital, 1555 Long Pond Road, Rochester;
•August 26, 1 to 6 p.m., Brockport Fireman’s Exempt Club, 248 West Avenue, Brockport.
Another way to support the lifesaving mission of the Red Cross is to become a volunteer blood donor ambassador at Red Cross blood drives. Blood donor ambassadors help greet, check-in, and thank blood donors to ensure they have a positive donation experience. For more information and to apply, contact RecruitWNY@redcross.org, call 585-241-4400, or visit http://redcross.org/volunteertoday.
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