Media contact: Keith Paul
Regional Communications Director
keith.paul@redcross.org | 702-400-7680
SALT LAKE CITY (Jan. 24, 2025) — The American Red Cross of Utah is offering Utahns a last chance to make a lifesaving impact and enter to win an exciting Super Bowl package. To maximize donation opportunities, Red Cross Blood Donation Centers in Salt Lake City, Layton and Lehi will be open this Saturday and Sunday. To be eligible for the Super Bowl Sweepstakes drawing, blood donations must be completed by Sunday, Jan. 26.
“The need for blood is constant. By donating this weekend, Utahns not only help replenish the community blood supply but also have the chance to win a once-in-a-lifetime Super Bowl experience,” said Jeremiah Lafranca, Executive Director of the American Red Cross of Utah Greater Salt Lake Chapter. “We hope this opportunity to win a Super Bowl experience highlights our appreciation for the lifesaving difference every donor makes.”
Donation Hours and Locations
Utah residents are invited to visit the following donation centers this weekend.
Saturday, Jan. 25 and Sunday, Jan. 26, 2025, hours:
Super Bowl Sweepstakes
For the sixth consecutive year, the Red Cross and the National Football League (NFL) are partnering during National Blood Donor Month to encourage football fans and blood donors to join our lifesaving team. Donors who give blood between Jan. 1-26, 2025, will automatically be entered to win a trip for two to Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans. The prize includes tickets to in-stadium pre-game activities, access to the official Super Bowl Experience, round-trip airfare, three-night hotel accommodations (February 7-10, 2025) and a $1,000 gift card for expenses. For full details and eligibility information, visit RedCrossBlood.org/SuperBowl.
Donors can easily find a nearby blood drive or donation center and schedule an appointment using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, by visiting redcrossblood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).
Winter Storms Strain Blood Supply
The start of the year is one of the most challenging times for collecting blood donations. Severe winter weather often results in widespread blood drive cancellations, impacting the ability to maintain a steady blood supply. Additionally, an active cold and flu season prevents many from donating as they recover from illness.
The nation is currently facing a critical strain on its blood supply. Severe winter storms across parts of the country in the first three weeks of the year led to the cancellation of over 500 Red Cross blood drives, resulting in nearly 15,000 uncollected donations. In response, the Red Cross of Utah is urging residents to donate blood to help ensure that patients in Utah and across the country have access to lifesaving blood supplies.
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.
