Avon first responders are teaming up with the American Red Cross to host a Battle of the Badges blood drive on Wednesday, April 16, from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Harmony of Avon Baptist Church located at 5693 Broyles Drive, Avon, IN 46123. The community is invited to donate blood and vote for their favorite first responders as the Avon Fire Department competes against the Avon Police Department.

Battle of the Badges blood drives help meet patients’ needs through a fun competition. Anyone who donates blood at this drive will have the opportunity to vote for their favorite department, and the department with the most votes will be declared the winner. During the blood drive, people can also enjoy a community event to learn police and fire safety education and more.

First responders witness firsthand how crucial blood donations can be to help save a patient’s life. One in 7 people entering the hospital will need a blood transfusion. Blood cannot be manufactured, and we depend on the generosity of donors to help ensure patients receive the care they need and deserve.

Avon Battle of the Badges Blood Drive

Wednesday, April 16^th

12 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Harmony of Avon Baptist Church

5693 Broyles Rd.

Avon, IN 46123

Make an appointment at RedCrossBlood.org and use sponsor code “AvonBOTB” You can also call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or download the Red Cross Blood Donor App to schedule an appointment.

All who come to give blood April 14-30, 2025, will receive an exclusive Red Cross T-shirt, while supplies last. Plus, all who come to give April 1-30, 2025, will be automatically entered for a chance to win a $5,000 gift card. There will be three lucky winners. Terms apply: redcrossblood.org/hope.

About the American Red Cross Indiana Region:

The American Red Cross of Indiana Region serves 6.9 million people in 104 counties in Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky and Ohio through its chapters: Northeast, Northwest, Southeast, Southwest, and Greater Indianapolis (Regional Headquarters). The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; supplies about 40 percent of the nation's blood; teaches skills that save lives; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families. The Red Cross is a not-for-profit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission. For more information, please visit us at Redcross.org/Indiana or follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @indianaredcross.