American Red Cross Blood Drive in Bennington on Mar. 22

Spring is near!  As the seasons change, the American Red Cross is reminding the public that the need for blood doesn't take a break.  Blood remains at risk of running low this month.  Donors are crucial to helping the Red Cross avoid a blood shortage in the weeks to come.

Donors of all blood types, especially type O donors and platelet donors, are encouraged to make and keep appointments to donate.  Book a time to give by visiting RedCrossBlood.org, downloading the Red Cross Blood Donor App, or calling 1-800-RED CROSS.

The Central Plains Region of the American Red Cross will hold a blood drive on Wednesday, March 22nd from 1 pm to 7 pm at Bennington Community Fire & EMS, located at 584 N. 180th Road in Bennington.

When donors lend an arm this month, the Red Cross will lend a hand.  All who come to give blood, platelets or plasma March 1-31, 2023,​​​​ will receive a $10 Visa® Prepaid Card by email.  Plus, they'll be automatically entered for a chance to win a $3,000 Visa Prepaid Card – which could help toward expenses like gas or groceries.  There will be five lucky winners.  Details are available at rcblood.org/help.