The American Red Cross is celebrating World Blood Donor Day on June 14th, which recognizes the importance of a safe and stable blood supply and the donors who make it possible. Nearly 2.5 million people volunteer to give lifesaving blood and platelets every year with the Red Cross. Eligible donors are encouraged to make an appointment to give blood or platelets this month.
Blood donations decline in late spring and early summer, therefore blood and platelet donors are critically important in ensuring lifesaving care is available the moment patients need it.
To schedule an appointment to donate, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).
This year, all who come to give in the month of June will be automatically entered for a chance to win a VIP trip to Graceland for two, including round-trip airfare to Memphis, plus a three-night stay at The Guest House and Elvis Entourage VIP tour, courtesy of Graceland, a custom-wrapped Gibson Epiphone guitar and more. Additionally, those who come to donate June 1-30 will also receive a $5 e-gift card to a merchant of choice.*
You can find appointments near you at RedCrossBlood.org and searching by ZIP or sponsor code.
You can also download a list of mobile drives in Kansas here.
