DETROIT (July 26, 2024) – The American Red Cross, in partnership with The District Detroit, is inviting donors to give blood at its seventh annual blood drive at Little Caesars Arena to meet the needs of those who depend on lifesaving blood. All presenting donors will receive a voucher for tickets to a Detroit Tigers game and tickets to pre-season Detroit Pistons and Detroit Red Wings games.  

Blood and platelet donors are critically needed, and all blood types are in demand, especially those with type O.

While summer can be full of vacations and outdoor fun, it’s also recognized as a time of higher risk for car accidents, especially among teen drivers. A single car accident victim may require as many as 100 units of blood. More than a quarter of all blood products each year are used in critical care and emergency room situations, highlighting the importance of generous blood and platelet donors. 

The blood drive will be from 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 8, on the Via Concourse at Little Caesars Arena, 2645 Woodward, in Detroit. Complimentary parking is available in the UWM Garage at 128 W. Fisher Service Drive, which is close to the arena’s Meijer entrance to the blood drive.

“We are excited to partner again with The District Detroit to ensure lifesaving blood products are available to those in need,” said Beth Frahm, donor recruitment account manager with the Red Cross in Michigan. “Donors who give will have the feeling of accomplishment knowing they are helping to save lives.”

Every two seconds, someone in the United States needs blood. This includes new moms, babies born prematurely, accident victims, people living with sickle cell disease and people being treated for cancer. That’s why the need for blood is constant.

In addition to receiving two tickets to a Tigers home game and two tickets each to a Pistons and Red Wings pre-season home game (while supplies last), donors will receive a $20 Amazon gift card by email and have a chance to Spin the Wheel to win an additional giveaway.

To make an appointment, download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) and use sponsor code LCA313. Appointments will be prioritized; walk-ins will be taken as time permits.

MEDIA CONTACTS: David Olejarz | david.olejarz@redcross.org | 313-303-0606

Alex Leroux | Alex.Leroux@OlyEnt.com | 313-797-2473

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 not-for-profit 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.

About The District Detroit

The District Detroit, the city's world class sports and entertainment district where memories are made. Offering award winning restaurants, residential housing, class A office buildings, and nationally recognized educational institutions and home to the historic Fox Theatre, Little Caesars Global Headquarters, three major, multi-use venues and all four of the city’s largest professional sports teams, The District Detroit has something for everyone. Visit TheDistrictDetroit.com for more information.