Spring into action: Give blood or platelets with the Red Cross

Make an appointment now to help save lives during National Volunteer Month

April 8, 2024 — During National Volunteer Month in April, the American Red Cross asks donors to help protect the blood supply by making and keeping blood or platelet donation appointments in the weeks ahead. Donors of all blood types – especially type O blood donors and those giving platelets – are needed now to keep the blood supply strong enough to support critical patient care this spring.

The Red Cross depends on thousands of volunteer blood donors to collect about 12,000 blood donations every single day. With no substitute for blood and no way to manufacture it, volunteer donors are essential in transfusion care. Blood drives and donation centers also depend on the generosity and valuable time of those who make it possible for the Red Cross to help people in need.

Spring into action – book a time to give lifesaving 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 April 8-28, 2024, will receive a $10 e-gift card to a merchant of choice, plus be automatically entered to win a $7,000 gift card. There will be two lucky winners. See RedCrossBlood.org/Spring for details.

Upcoming blood donation opportunities April 8-28

Perry

New Lexington

4/12/2024: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., Perry County Board of DD, 600 Senior Dr

4/24/2024: 8 a.m. - 2 p.m., New Lexington High School, 2547 Panther Drive

Somerset

4/11/2024: 1 p.m. - 7 p.m., Somerset American Legion, 107 East Gay St.

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Athens

Athens

4/10/2024: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., The Laurels of Athens, 70 Columbus Circle

4/11/2024: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., Richland Methodist Church, 60 Pomeroy Rd

4/15/2024: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., Baker Center, 1 Park Place

4/16/2024: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., Athens County Chapter, 100 May Ave.

4/19/2024: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Athens County Board of Developmental Disabilities/Beacon School, 801 W Union St

4/25/2024: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., Athens County Chapter House, 100 May Ave.

4/30/2024: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Athens County Chapter, 100 May Ave.

Glouster

4/30/2024: 7:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., Trimble High School, One Tomcat Drive

Nelsonville

4/12/2024: 8 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., Nelsonville York High School, 1 Buckeye Dr.

4/12/2024: 1:30 p.m. - 7 p.m., Nelsonville York High School, 1 Buckeye Dr.

Stewart

4/23/2024: 8 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., Federal Hocking High School, 8461 St Rt 144

4/23/2024: 1:30 p.m. - 7 p.m., Federal Hocking High School, 8461 St Rt 144

The Plains

4/8/2024: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., The Plains United Methodist Church, 3 North Plains Rd

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Coshocton

Walhonding

4/8/2024: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., New Castle Church, 32421 US RT 36

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Guernsey

Byesville

4/10/2024: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., Stop Nine Church, 60325 Southgate Road

Cambridge

4/13/2024: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., First Baptist Church, 136 E.8th Street

4/16/2024: 8 a.m. - 1 p.m., First Baptist Church, 136 E.8th Street

4/16/2024: 1 p.m. - 6 p.m., First Baptist Church, 136 E.8th Street

4/20/2024: 8 a.m. - 2 p.m., Southeastern Ohio Regional Medical Center, 1341 N. Clark Street

4/25/2024: 8 a.m. - 2 p.m., High School, 1401 Deerpath Drive

4/26/2024: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Guernsey County Crossroads Branch Library, 63500 Byesville Road

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Licking

Etna

4/18/2024: 1 p.m. - 7 p.m., Daybreak Church, 1226 Pike Street

Granville

4/24/2024: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., Hoaglin Wellness Center, 550 Chapel Dr

Heath

4/24/2024: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Indian Mound Mall, 771 S. 30th St

Johnstown

4/9/2024: 8 a.m. - 2 p.m., Northridge High School, 6066 Johnstown-Utica Road # 62

4/15/2024: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., Church of the Ascension Worship Center, 555 S Main St

Newark

4/9/2024: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., Licking Blood Donation Center, 1272 W Main St, Doctors Park Building 5 - South

4/12/2024: 8 a.m. - 2 p.m., Licking Blood Donation Center, 1272 W Main St, Doctors Park Building 5 - South

4/16/2024: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., Licking Blood Donation Center, 1272 W Main St, Doctors Park Building 5 - South

4/17/2024: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Ohio State Newark & COTC, 1000 LeFevre Boulevard

4/19/2024: 8 a.m. - 2 p.m., Licking Blood Donation Center, 1272 W Main St, Doctors Park Building 5 - South

4/23/2024: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Trek Brewing Company, 1486 Granville Rd

4/23/2024: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., Licking Blood Donation Center, 1272 W Main St, Doctors Park Building 5 - South

4/26/2024: 8 a.m. - 2 p.m., Licking Blood Donation Center, 1272 W Main St, Doctors Park Building 5 - South

4/30/2024: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Park National  Bank, 50 N. Third Street

4/30/2024: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., Buckeye Shooting Center, 1350 E. Main St.

4/30/2024: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., Licking Blood Donation Center, 1272 W Main St, Doctors Park Building 5 – South

Pataskala

4/8/2024: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., West Licking County Family YMCA, 355 West Broad Street

4/19/2024: 12:30 p.m. - 6 p.m., West Licking County Family YMCA, 355 West Broad Street

4/26/2024: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., Tri Village Christian Church, 7509 E. Broad St SW

4/29/2024: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., West Licking County Family YMCA, 355 West Broad Street

Utica

4/18/2024: 1 p.m. - 7 p.m., Utica Church of Christ, 115 N Central Ave

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Morgan

Malta

4/19/2024: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., Malta United Methodist Church Youth Building, 115 Fourth Street

Stockport

4/17/2024: 1 p.m. - 7 p.m., Stockport Community Church, 3455 Market St.

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Muskingum

New Concord

4/10/2024: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., Muskingum University Gym, Stadium Dr

Zanesville

4/8/2024: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., Trinity United Presbyterian Church, 830 Military Road

4/15/2024: 1 p.m. - 7 p.m., Trinity United Presbyterian Church, 830 Military Road

4/18/2024: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Secrest Auditorium, 334 Shinnick Street

4/23/2024: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., Trinity United Presbyterian Church, 830 Military Road

4/29/2024: 1 p.m. - 7 p.m., Trinity United Presbyterian Church, 830 Military Road

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Noble

Sarahsville

4/30/2024: 8 a.m. - 2 p.m., Shenandoah High School, 49346 SR 147

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Perry

New Lexington

4/12/2024: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., Perry County Board of DD, 600 Senior Dr

4/24/2024: 8 a.m. - 2 p.m., New Lexington High School, 2547 Panther Drive

Somerset

4/11/2024: 1 p.m. - 7 p.m., Somerset American Legion, 107 East Gay St.

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.

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 either position visit 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.