One hour can make a lifetime impact … give blood with Red Cross

In May, the American Red Cross asks people to secure their blood or platelet donation appointment now to help the blood supply stay ahead of building seasonal pressures. Just one hour of time could help patients celebrate more life with loved ones in the weeks ahead.

This time of year gets busy quickly. Many are gearing up for the end of the school year or making plans for early summer fun, which can disrupt people’s schedules and cause a drop in donation appointments. The Red Cross calls on donors of all blood types and those giving platelets to book a time to give now.

By giving in May, donors have the chance to return to give over the summer to maximize their impact. Lock in your appointment to give blood or platelets now by visiting RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1-800-RED CROSS or by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App.

Those who come to give through May 17 will receive a $20 Amazon Gift Card by email, thanks to Amazon. See RedCrossBlood.org/Amazon for details.

Those who come to give later in the month, May 18 to 31, will receive an oversized Red Cross beach towel, while supplies last.

Upcoming Donation Opportunities

Carmel

• May 11 from noon to 5 p.m. at Cool Creek Nature Center, 2000 E. 151^st
• May 16 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 11257 Temple Drive

Fishers

• May 13 from 1 to 6 p.m. at Billericay Park Multi-Purpose Community Building, 12690 Promise Road
• May 15 from 1 to 6 p.m. at IU Health Fishers Medical Office Building, 13100 E. 136th St.

Noblesville

• May 13, 20, 27 from noon to 6:15 p.m. at the Noblesville Blood Donation Center, 14765 Hazel Dell Crossing, Suite 700
• May 14, 21, 28 from noon to 6:30 p.m. at the Noblesville Blood Donation Center
• May 9, 12, 16, 19, 23, 26, 30 from 8 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. at the Noblesville Blood Donation Center

Fortville

• May 21 from 1 to 6 p.m. at the Vernon Township Fire Department, 602 Vitality Drive