The American Red Cross and 6abc will hold their sixth annual Red Cross Month Blood Drive on Wednesday, March 25 from 9 a.m.-7 p.m. This year’s drive promises to be the largest yet, expanding to five locations in the Greater Philadelphia area:
In Pennsylvania:
In New Jersey:
Appointments are strongly encouraged. To schedule an appointment, visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter sponsor code 6abc or click here.
Since 2021, the 6abc blood drive has collected nearly 1,100 donations!
Help save lives and empower your health this Red Cross Month! All those who come to give blood with the Red Cross in March will get a $15 Amazon Gift Card by email. Plus, successful March donations get A1C testing (diabetes screen, 1 result in 2026).
All those who come out to donate at one of the 6abc blood drive locations will also receive a rechargeable Red Cross lantern and 6abc drawstring bag, while supplies last.
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.
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 follow us on social media.
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