DETROIT (Aug. 11, 2022) – Just as cars need constant refueling, so does the nation’s blood supply. For the 22nd year in a row the American Red Cross Michigan Region and Gardner-White are teaming up to host blood drives at 11 store locations in the metro Detroit area and Saginaw.
The blood drives will be held from 11 a.m. – 4:45 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 16, and Thursday, Aug. 18. Donations collected will help prevent a blood shortage and boost the blood supply for people in Michigan who are in immediate need of lifesaving care.A decline in donations has caused the Red Cross blood supply to shrink nearly 20% in recent weeks. Type O negative blood donors and platelet donors are especially needed.
Donors will each receive a $50 coupon for a Gardner-White purchase of $399 or more and be entered into a drawing for a $500 Gardner-White gift certificate to be awarded at each store.
To schedule an appointment, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit www.redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800733-2767) and use sponsor code gardnerwhite.
Red Cross blood drives are being held at these Gardner-White locations:
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/RapidPassor use the Blood Donor App.
MEDIA CONTACT: David Olejarz | david.olejarz@redcross.org | 313-303-0606
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.