Upcoming blood donation opportunities, May 22-June 15

Don’t wait to donate: Blood and platelet donors needed now. Exclusive Red Cross beach towel for coming to give by May 31

Vermont Business Magazine The American Red Cross asks people to book a time to give blood or platelets now to address a recent drop in donation appointments that could lead to fewer transfusions for patients in the weeks ahead. Type O blood donors are especially needed to ensure a strong blood supply.  

The start of summer can shake up normal routines, but it’s important for donation appointments to stay on the calendar – especially as Memorial Day weekend approaches. More than 42 million Americans are expected to travel over the holiday, meaning fewer donors may be available to give. 

Appointments are critical this week for people waiting for lifesaving care. Download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) to schedule a time to give now.  

In thanks for making and keeping appointments, the Red Cross will help donors prepare for beach days and backyard fun as the season begins:

• All who come to give through May 31 will receive an exclusive Red Cross beach towel, while supplies last.*
• Donors in May will also be automatically entered for a chance to win a trip for two to the 2023 MLB^® All-Star Game^® in Seattle, including two tickets to the 2023 MLB^® All-Star Game^® thanks to the support of Fanatics, round-trip airfare, four-night hotel accommodations, a $750 gift card and more.*
• Those who come to give June 1-30 will receive a $10 gift card by email to a merchant of their choice. Plus, they’ll also be automatically entered for a chance to win a backyard theater package including a projector and screen, projector tripod, smokeless firepit, Adirondack chair set and a movie night snack package.

Upcoming blood donation opportunities, May 22-June 15: 

Bristol

5/25/2023: 12 p.m. – 4:30 p.m., American Legion Bristol Post 19, 56 Airport Drive

 

Middlebury

5/24/2023: 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Middlebury Parks & Recreation, 154 Creek Road

5/30/2023: 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Vermont Hard Cider, 1321 Exchange Street

6/3/2023: 10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., Middlebury Parks & Recreation, 154 Creek Road

6/13/2023: 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Co-operative Insurance, 292 Colonial Drive

 

Vergennes

5/24/2023: 12 p.m. – 4:30 p.m., Cross Life Church, 1759 US RT 7

Bennington

6/1/2023: 11:30 a.m. – 4 p.m., Moose Hall, 916 Main Street

6/9/2023: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., Bennington VFW Post 1332, 127 North St.

 

Manchester Center

6/14/2023: 12 p.m. – 5 p.m., Zion Episcopal Church, 5167 Main Street

Lyndonville

6/1/2023: 11:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., VFW Lyndonville, 156 Hill St.

 

Saint Johnsbury

5/25/2023: 10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., Catamount Arts, 115 Eastern Ave

6/7/2023: 12 p.m. – 5:30 p.m., Saint Johnsbury Moose Lodge, 2388 Portland St (Rt 2 E)

Burlington

6/14/2023: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., Greater Burlington YMCA, 298 College St.

 

Charlotte

6/8/2023: 2 p.m. – 7 p.m., Charlotte Senior Center, 212 Ferry Road

 

Colchester

5/22/2023: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., Our Lady of Grace Church, 784 Main St

 

Essex

5/27/2023: 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., Essex Experience, 21 Essex Way, Suite #221

 

Essex Junction

5/24/2023: 1 p.m. – 6 p.m., Covenant Community Church, 1 Whitcomb Meadows Lane

 

Richmond

6/7/2023: 12 p.m. – 6 p.m., Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Church, 64 W Main Street

 

Shelburne

5/23/2023: 12 p.m. – 5 p.m., St. Catherine of Siena, 72 Church St.

 

Williston

5/31/2023: 12 p.m. – 5 p.m., CrossPoint Church, 237 Commerce St.

 

Winooski

6/6/2023: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., PedsOne, 10 E. Allen St.

Enosburg Falls

6/8/2023: 12 p.m. – 5:30 p.m., Enosburg American Legion, 108 Depot Street

 

Saint Albans

5/26/2023: 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., St. Mary’s, 45 Fairfield St.

5/30/2023: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., Northwestern Medical Center, 133 Fairfield Street

5/31/2023: 10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., Northside Baptist Church, 1321 Fairfax Rd

6/1/2023: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., St. Albans City Hall, 100 N. Main St.

6/12/2023: 12 p.m. – 6 p.m., 14th Star Brewing Company, 133 North Main Street

Jeffersonville

6/8/2023: 12 p.m. – 5 p.m., Smugglers’ Notch Resort, Route 108 South

 

Morrisville

5/30/2023: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., VFW, 28 Pleasant Street

6/16/2023: 12:30 p.m. – 5 p.m., Lamoille County Civic Center, 24 Upper Main St

 

Stowe

6/3/2023: 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Stowe Community Church, 137 Main St.

Bradford

5/26/2023: 12 p.m. – 5 p.m., Bradford Congregational UCC, 245  N Main Street

 

Randolph

6/15/2023: 12:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m., Our Lady of Angels Catholic Church, 43 Hebard Hill Rd

 

Williamstown

6/2/2023: 1 p.m. – 6 p.m., Williamstown Elementary School, 100 Brush Rd

Derby

6/6/2023: 12 p.m. – 5:30 p.m., Newport VT Elks #2155, 3736 US Route 5

 

Irasburg

6/7/2023: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., Irasburg United Church, 4714 Route 14

 

Newport

6/14/2023: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., United Church of Newport, 63 Third Street

 

Westfield

6/5/2023: 1 p.m. – 5:30 p.m., Westfield Community Center, 59 North Hill Road

Poultney

5/27/2023: 9:30 a.m. – 2 p.m., Poultney High School, 154  East Main St.

 

Rutland

6/6/2023: 12 p.m. – 5 p.m., Elks Lodge #345, 44-46 Pleasant Street

Berlin

6/9/2023: 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., Central Vermont Medical Center, 130 Fisher Road

 

East Barre

5/23/2023: 1 p.m. – 6 p.m., East Barre Fire Department, 119 Mill Street

 

Montpelier

5/23/2023: 11 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Christ Episcopal Church, 64 State St

6/2/2023: 10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., National Life, 1 National Life Drive

6/10/2023: 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Montpelier Senior Activity Center, 58 Barre St

6/15/2023: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., Bethany United Church of Christ, 115 Main Street

 

Waterbury

6/10/2023: 8:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., Waterbury Municipal Building, 28 North Main Street

6/13/2023: 11 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., American Legion, 16 Stowe St

Bellows Falls

6/15/2023: 12:30 p.m. – 5 p.m., United Church of Bellows Falls, 8 School Street

 

Brattleboro

5/31/2023: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Brattleboro Fire Department, 103 Elliot Street

6/6/2023: 12 p.m. – 5 p.m., Brattleboro VT Fraternal Order of the Eagles, 54 Chickering Drive, Unit 1

Bethel

6/16/2023: 12:30 p.m. – 5 p.m., Bethel White Church, 129 Church Street

 

South Royalton

5/31/2023: 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Royalton Academy Building, 4266 VT. RTE 14

 

Springfield

5/23/2023: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., Springfield Elks, 49 Park Street

6/14/2023: 11:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Springfield Elks, 49 Park Street

 

White River Junction

5/30/2023: 8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Hartford High School, 37 Highland Avenue

 

Woodstock

6/9/2023: 11:30 a.m. – 5 p.m., Universalist Church, 7 Church St

How to donate blood

To make an appointment, 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. 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.

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, contact or visit redcross.org/volunteerNNE.

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.

Source: BURLINGTON, Vt., (May 22, 2023) – The American Red Cross