Nashville, TN – The American Red Cross and Discovery are partnering for Shark Week and invite people to dive in to help save lives by giving blood or platelets in July. The Red Cross saw a steep drop in blood and platelet donations last month, and donors are asked to make appointments now to prevent a blood shortage this summer.
When less people answer the call to donate, the blood supply shrinks – and that could mean blood products aren’t ready for hospital staff to reach for in emergencies.
Thanks to Discovery, all who come to give blood or platelets in July will automatically be entered for a chance to win an exclusive Shark Week merchandise package that includes:
- Beach bike
- Smokeless portable fire pit
- Paddle board
- Kayak
- $500.00 gift card to put toward accessories
Those who come to give July 21st-24th will get an exclusive Shark Week T-shirt from Discovery, while supplies last. Details are available at rcblood.org/sharkweek.
By making and keeping blood and platelet donation appointments in July, donors can connect with patients through a lifesaving gift. To book a time to give, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1.800.RED CROSS (1.800.733.2767).
Upcoming blood donation opportunities July 9th-31st:
Kentucky
Christian County
Fort Campbell
7/12/2022: 10:00am – 4:00pm, USO Fort Campbell, 6145 Desert Storm Avenue
7/15/2022: 10:00am – 3:00pm, Fort Campbell PX, 2840 Bastogne Avenue
7/22/2022: 10:00am – 4:00pm, Blanchfield Army Hospital, 650 Joel Drive
Hopkinsville
7/20/2022: 10:00am – 4:00pm, War Memorial, 1202 S. Virginia Street
Tennessee
Cheatham County
Ashland City
7/19/2022: 11:00am – 4:00pm, Ashland City Church of Christ, 110 Cumberland Street
Dickson County
Dickson
7/21/2022: 12:30pm – 5:30pm, Dickson Cumberland Presbyterian Church, 500 Hwy 70 E
Humphreys County
New Johnsonville
7/18/2022: 1:00pm – 5:00pm, Trace Creek Baptist Church, 1320 Broadway Avenue
Waverly
7/15/2022: 2:00pm – 7:00pm, First Baptist Church, 300 Main Street
Montgomery County
Clarksville
7/11/2022: 10:30am – 4:30pm, American Red Cross, 1760 Madison Street
7/13/2022: 10:30am – 4:30pm, American Red Cross, 1760 Madison Street
7/18/2022: 10:30am – 4:30pm, American Red Cross, 1760 Madison Street
7/20/2022: 10:00am – 3:00pm, Customs House Museum, 200 2nd Street
7/20/2022: 10:30am – 4:30pm, American Red Cross, 1760 Madison Street
7/22/2022: 9:00am – 3:00pm, Immaculate Conception Church, 740 Franklin Street
7/25/2022: 10:30am – 4:30pm, American Red Cross, 1760 Madison Street
7/27/2022: 10:30am – 4:30pm, American Red Cross, 1760 Madison Street
Robertson County
Cross Plains
7/26/2022: 3:00pm – 7:00pm, Mt. Carmel Baptist Church, 7109 Hwy 25 E.
Greenbrier
7/26/2022: 2:00pm – 7:00pm, Green Ridge Church of Christ, 2215 Highway 41S
Springfield
7/18/2022: 12:00pm – 5:00pm, The Center, 401 North Main Street
White House
7/18/2022: 2:00pm – 7:00pm, Revolution Church, 3644 Highway 31W
Stewart County
Dover
7/7/2022: 12:00pm – 5:00pm, Fort Donelson United Methodist Church, 420 Church Street
Blood drive safety
The Red Cross follows a high standard of safety and infection control. The Red Cross will continue to socially distance wherever possible at blood drives, donation centers and facilities.
While donors are no longer required to wear a face mask, individuals may choose to continue to wear a mask for any reason. The Red Cross will also adhere to more stringent face mask requirements per state and/or local guidance, or at the request of blood drive sponsors. Donors are?asked to schedule an appointment prior to arriving at a drive.?
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.
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.
Amplify Your Impact ? Volunteer!
Another way to support the lifesaving mission of the Red Cross is to become a volunteer blood donor ambassador at Red Cross blood drives. Blood donor ambassadors help greet, check-in and thank blood donors to ensure they have a positive donation experience.
Volunteers can also serve as transportation specialists, playing a vital role in ensuring lifesaving blood products are delivered to nearby hospitals. For more information and to apply for a either position, visit www.redcross.org/volunteertoday.
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 visit us on Twitter at @RedCross.