Donors needed now to prevent a seasonal blood shortage
Vermont Business Magazine 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 Aug. 1-31 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 comes to give blood or platelets in August will also receive a $10 e-gift card to a merchant of choice.* Donors can schedule an appointment to give using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, by visiting RedCrossBlood.org or by calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).
Upcoming blood donation opportunities Aug. 8-31:
Addison
Bristol
8/27/2022: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., Bristol Federated Church, 37 North Street
Middlebury
8/17/2022: 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., Middlebury EMS Building, 55 Collins Dr
8/29/2022: 11:30 a.m. - 4 p.m., American Legion Middlebury, 49 Wilson Rd.
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Bennington
Manchester Center
8/31/2022: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m., Zion Episcopal Church, 5167 Main Street
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Caledonia
East Burke
8/23/2022: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., Burke Mountain Hotel and Conference Center, 2559 Mountain Road
Saint Johnsbury
8/10/2022: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m., Saint Johnsbury Moose Lodge, 2388 Portland St (Rt 2 E)
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Chittenden
Essex
8/20/2022: 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., Essex Experience, 21 Essex Way, Suite #221
Essex Junction
8/11/2022: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., Champlain Valley Exposition, 105 Pearl St.
8/26/2022: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m., The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 73 Essex Way
Jericho
8/10/2022: 1 p.m. - 6 p.m., Catalyst Church on Raceway, 100 Raceway Road
Milton
8/16/2022: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m., Cornerstone Community Church, 26 Bombardier Rd.
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Franklin
East Fairfield
8/17/2022: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m., East Fairfield Community Center, 124 School St
Enosburg Falls
8/11/2022: 12 p.m. - 5:30 p.m., Enosburg American Legion, 108 Depot Street
Saint Albans
8/17/2022: 10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., St. Albans City Hall, 100 N. Main St.
8/8/2022: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m., Northwestern Medical Center, 133 Fairfield Street
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Lamoille
Morrisville
8/12/2022: 12:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m., Lamoille County Civic Center, 24 Upper Main St
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Orange
Randolph
8/30/2022: 12:30 p.m. - 5 p.m., Our Lady of Angels Catholic Church, 43 Hebard Hill Rd
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Orleans
Derby
8/9/2022: 12 p.m. - 5:30 p.m., Newport VT Elks #2155, 3736 US Route 5
Newport
8/30/2022: 11:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., American Legion, 35 Veterans Ave
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Rutland
Bomoseen
8/18/2022: 12 p.m. - 4:30 p.m., Castleton American Legion, 378 Route 4a West
Brandon
8/15/2022: 12:30 p.m. - 5 p.m., Brandon American Legion, 550 Franklin Street
Fair Haven
8/30/2022: 12:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m., American Legion Post #49, 72 S. Main Street
Killington
8/19/2022: 10:30 a.m. - 4 p.m., Killington Grand Resort Hotel, 228 East Mountain Road
Rutland
8/13/2022: 10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Rutland Regional Medical Center, 160 Allen Street
8/31/2022: 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., Elks Lodge #345, 44-46 Pleasant Street
West Rutland
8/22/2022: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m., West Rutland Town Hall, 35 Marble Street
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Washington
Barre
8/18/2022: 10:30 a.m. - 3 p.m., Barre Auditorium-off cycle, 16 Auditorium Hill
Berlin
8/26/2022: 11 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Central Vermont Medical Center, 130 Fisher Road
Montpelier
8/18/2022: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m., Capitol Plaza Hotel and Conference Center, 100 State Street
8/27/2022: 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., Montpelier Senior Activity Center, 58 Barre St
8/31/2022: 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., National Life, 1 National Life Drive
Waitsfield
8/13/2022: 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., Masonic Lodge of Mad River #77, 4376 Main Street
Waterbury
8/16/2022: 11 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., American Legion, 16 Stowe St
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Windham
Bellows Falls
8/18/2022: 12 p.m. - 5:30 p.m., United Church of Bellows Falls, 8 School Street
Brattleboro
8/27/2022: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Winston Prouty Center - Thomas Hall, 209 Austine Drive
8/9/2022: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m., Brattleboro VT Fraternal Order of the Eagles, 54 Chickering Drive, Unit 1
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Windsor
Bethel
8/12/2022: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m., Bethel White Church, 129 Church Street
Brownsville
8/9/2022: 12:30 p.m. - 5 p.m., Holiday Inn, 485 Hotel Drive
Springfield
8/17/2022: 11:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., Springfield Elks, 49 Park Street
White River Junction
8/31/2022: 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., Riverbank Church, 259 Holiday Drive
Woodstock
8/19/2022: 11:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., Universalist Church, 7 Church St
Blood drive safety
The Red Cross follows a high standard of safety and infection control. The Red Cross will continue to socially distance wherever possible at blood drives, donation centers and facilities. While donors are no longer required to wear a face mask, individuals may choose to continue to wear a mask for any reason. The Red Cross will also adhere to more stringent face mask requirements per state and/or local guidance, or at the request of blood drive sponsors. Donors are asked to schedule an appointment prior to arriving at a drive.
How to donate blood
Simply download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or enable the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device to make an appointment or for more information. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age in most states (16 with parental consent where allowed by state law), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.
Blood and platelet donors can save time at their next donation by using RapidPass® to complete their pre-donation reading and health history questionnaire online, on the day of their donation, before arriving at the blood drive. To get started, follow the instructions at RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass or use the Blood Donor App.
Amplify Your Impact − Volunteer!
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.
Volunteers can also serve as transportation specialists, playing a vital role in ensuring lifesaving blood products are delivered to nearby hospitals. For more information, and to apply for either position, contact visiting redcross.org/VolunteerNNE, email [email protected] or visit redcross.org/volunteertoday.
About the American Red Cross:
The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides comfort to victims of disasters; supplies about 40% of the nation's blood; teaches skills that save lives; distributes international humanitarian aid; and supports veterans, military members and their families. The Red Cross is a nonprofit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to deliver its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or CruzRojaAmericana.org, or visit us on Twitter at @RedCross.
BURLINGTON, Aug. 8, 2022 — American Red Cross
