Exclusive Red Cross beach towel for coming to give by May 31

 

SPRINGFIELD, Mo (May 22, 2023) – The American Red Cross asks people to book a time to give blood or platelets now to address a recent drop in donation appointments that could lead to fewer transfusions for patients in the weeks ahead. Type O blood donors are especially needed to ensure a strong blood supply.

The start of summer can shake up normal routines, but donation appointments need to stay on the calendar – especially as Memorial Day weekend approaches. More than 42 million Americans are expected to travel over the holiday, meaning fewer donors may be available to give. 

 

Appointments are critical this week for people waiting for lifesaving care. Download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org, or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) to schedule a time to give now.

In thanks for making and keeping appointments, the Red Cross will help donors prepare for beach days and backyard fun as the season begins:

• All who come to give through May 31 will receive an exclusive Red Cross beach towel, while supplies last.*
• Donors in May will also be automatically entered for a chance to win a trip for two to the 2023 MLB^®All-Star Game^® in Seattle, including two tickets to the 2023 MLB^® All-Star Game^® thanks to the support of Fanatics, round-trip airfare, four-night hotel accommodations, a $750 gift card and more.*
• Those who come to give June 1-30 will receive a $10 gift card by email to a merchant of their choice. Plus, they’ll also be automatically entered for a chance to win a backyard theater package including a projector and screen, projector tripod, smokeless firepit, Adirondack chair set, and a movie night snack package.^

 

Upcoming blood donation opportunities, May 22-June 15: 

MO

Barry

 

Cassville

6/2/2023: 12 p.m. – 4 p.m., Barry-Lawrence Regional Library, 301 West 17th Street

 

Monett

6/12/2023: 1 p.m. – 6 p.m., Countryside Christian Church, 1200 North Eisenhower Street

 

Shell Knob

5/30/2023: 12:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m., Fox Fitness, 24742 MO-39

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Bates

 

Rich Hill

5/30/2023: 12 p.m. – 6 p.m., Rich Hill Christian Church, 300 E Walnut (A Highway)

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Benton

 

Warsaw

6/10/2023: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Warsaw Fire Department, 108 West Main

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Camden

 

Camdenton

5/25/2023: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m., Old Kinderhook, 54 Club Place

 

Lake Ozark

5/22/2023: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m., Mt. Carmel Baptist Church, 755 Bagnell Dam Blvd.

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Christian

 

Nixa

6/9/2023: 1 p.m. – 6 p.m., Countryside Christian Church, 3350 West Jackson Road

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Dade

 

Lockwood

5/30/2023: 1:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m., American Legion, 710 Locust

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Greene

 

Springfield

5/22/2023: 10:45 a.m. – 5:45 p.m., Springfield Blood Donation Center, 313 E. Battlefield, Ste B

5/23/2023: 10:45 a.m. – 4:45 p.m., Springfield Blood Donation Center, 313 E. Battlefield, Ste B

5/25/2023: 1 p.m. – 6 p.m., Red Cross Blood Center, 313 East Battlefield, Suite B

5/25/2023: 1:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m., The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Hickory Hills Ward, 1357 South Ingram Mill Road

5/26/2023: 8:45 a.m. – 3:45 p.m., Springfield Blood Donation Center, 313 E. Battlefield, Ste B

5/27/2023: 8:45 a.m. – 3:15 p.m., Springfield Blood Donation Center, 313 E. Battlefield, Ste B

5/28/2023: 8:45 a.m. – 2:45 p.m., Springfield Blood Donation Center, 313 E. Battlefield, Ste B

5/29/2023: 0 0.0. – 0 0.0., Springfield Blood Donation Center, 313 E. Battlefield, Ste B

5/30/2023: 10:45 a.m. – 4:45 p.m., Springfield Blood Donation Center, 313 E. Battlefield, Ste B

5/31/2023: 8 a.m. – 12 p.m., 3M Company, 3211 East Chestnut Expressway

6/2/2023: 8:45 a.m. – 3:45 p.m., Springfield Blood Donation Center, 313 E. Battlefield, Ste B

6/3/2023: 8:45 a.m. – 3:15 p.m., Springfield Blood Donation Center, 313 E. Battlefield, Ste B

6/4/2023: 8:45 a.m. – 2:45 p.m., Springfield Blood Donation Center, 313 E. Battlefield, Ste B

6/5/2023: 10:45 a.m. – 5:45 p.m., Springfield Blood Donation Center, 313 E. Battlefield, Ste B

6/6/2023: 10:45 a.m. – 4:45 p.m., Springfield Blood Donation Center, 313 E. Battlefield, Ste B

6/6/2023: 1:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m., Pat Jones YMCA, 1901 E Republic Rd

6/9/2023: 8:45 a.m. – 3:45 p.m., Springfield Blood Donation Center, 313 E. Battlefield, Ste B

6/10/2023: 8:45 a.m. – 3:15 p.m., Springfield Blood Donation Center, 313 E. Battlefield, Ste B

6/11/2023: 8:45 a.m. – 2:45 p.m., Springfield Blood Donation Center, 313 E. Battlefield, Ste B

6/12/2023: 10:45 a.m. – 5:45 p.m., Springfield Blood Donation Center, 313 E. Battlefield, Ste B

6/13/2023: 10:45 a.m. – 4:45 p.m., Springfield Blood Donation Center, 313 E. Battlefield, Ste B

6/14/2023: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Guardian Pharmacy of the Heartland, 2107 East Rockhurst Street

 

Willard

5/25/2023: 1:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m., The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Orchard Hills Ward, 320 West Jackson Street

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Henry

 

Clinton

6/12/2023: 12:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m., Clinton Masonic Lodge #548, 1109 East Ohio Street

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Howell

 

West Plains

5/30/2023: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 503 West Main Street

6/14/2023: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m., Cedarhurst of West Plains, 1521 US-63

6/15/2023: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Missouri Department of Conservation West Plains, 551 Joe Jones Boulevard

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Jasper

 

Joplin

6/15/2023: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., Joplin Public Library, 1901 East 20th Street

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McDonald

 

Anderson

6/7/2023: 2:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m., Exciting Living Word Fellowship Church, 810 MO-59

 

Goodman

6/1/2023: 2 p.m. – 6 p.m., Splitlog Baptist Church, 3670 Splitlog Road

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Newton

 

Neosho

5/25/2023: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m., St. Canera Catholic Church, 504 S. Washington St.

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Stone

 

Reeds Spring

5/24/2023: 3 p.m. – 7 p.m., The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 9113 E State Highway 76

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Taney

 

Branson

5/26/2023: 12 p.m. – 5 p.m., Our Lady Of the Lake Catholic Church, 202 Vaughn Drive

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Vernon

 

Nevada

6/15/2023: 12 p.m. – 6 p.m., First Baptist Church, 301 East Highland Avenue

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Webster

 

Fordland

5/31/2023: 1:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m., Fordland Clinic, 1059 Barton Drive

 

Seymour

6/6/2023: 1:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m., Ozarks Family YMCA, 315 E. Center Avenue

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Wright

 

Mountain Grove

6/14/2023: 2 p.m. – 6 p.m., The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints – Mountain Grove, 3145 MO-95

  

How to donate blood

To make an appointment, 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. 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.

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, 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.