The need for blood is constant, and the American Red Cross urges people of all blood types to make an appointment to give blood or platelets now to help ensure patients continue to receive the care they depend on.
The Red Cross supplies hospitals across the country with more than 6.5 million blood products each year, all made possible through the generosity of volunteer donors. Now is the time to step into the fall season with a lifesaving act.
September is National Preparedness Month, an important time to remember that disasters can happen without warning, but preparedness begins today. A strong blood supply is essential in response to every type of disaster, whether it be home fires or natural disasters.
Book a spot to give blood or platelets now. Visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS or use the Red Cross Blood Donor App to schedule a donation appointment. Those who come to give through Oct. 18 will receive a $15 e-gift card to a merchant of their choice. See RedCrossBlood.org/Fall for details.
Additionally, those who come to give through Sept. 30 at Red Cross blood donation centers and mention the word “pickleball” to Red Cross staff or volunteers on-site can score a custom Red Cross pickleball paddle and ball (limited quantities available). Visit RedCrossBlood.org/FindADonationCenter for more information.
Upcoming Donation Opportunities
Fishers
- Oct. 5 from 1 to 6 p.m. at Billericay Park Multi-Purpose Community Building, 12690 Promise Road
Noblesville
- Sept. 26, 29, Oct. 3, 6 from 8 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. at the Noblesville Blood Donation Center, 14765 Hazel Dell Crossing, Suite 700
- Sept. 30, Oct. 1 from noon to 6:45 p.m. at the Noblesville Blood Donation Center
Zionsville
- Oct. 6 from noon to 6 p.m. at Security Federal Savings Bank, 10880 N. Michigan Road
Fortville
- Oct. 4 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Gateway Fortville Community Church, 125 E. Staat St.
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