Nashville, TN – Each year on June 14, the American Red Cross joins blood donor organizations around the world in celebrating World Blood Donor Day, which recognizes the importance of a safe and stable blood supply and donors who make it possible.
Nearly 2.5 million people volunteer to donate life-saving blood and platelets every year with the Red Cross. Eligible donors are encouraged to be part of something big by making an appointment to donate blood or platelets this month.
As a thank you for your help, in honor of Baz Luhrmann’s new movie, Elvis, everyone who comes to give in June will automatically be entered for a chance to win a VIP trip to Graceland for two, including the round-trip airfare to Memphis, plus a three-night stay at The Guest House and a VIP tour of Elvis Entourage, courtesy of Graceland, a custom-wrapped Gibson Epiphone guitar and more.
Additionally, those who come to donate from June 1-30 will also receive a $5.00 e-gift card at a merchant of their choice.*
Upcoming blood donation opportunities June 14-30:
Kentucky
Christian county
Fort Campbell
06/23/2022: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Blanchfield Army Community Hospital, 650 Joel Drive
06/27/2022: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., Fort Campbell Police Station, 2606 Indiana Avenue
06/28/2022: 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., 101st Kalsu replacement, 6920 Desert Storm
Tennessee
County Cheatham
Pleasant view
06/20/2022: 1:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m., The Livery Stables Event Venue, 1104 Main Street
Dickson County
Charlotte
6/11/2022: 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., Water Street Church of Christ, 501 Water Street
dickson
06/28/2022: 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m., YMCA Dickson, 301 Henslee Drive
Montgomery County
clarksville
06/13/2022: 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., American Red Cross, 1760 Madison Street
2022-06-13: 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m., Governor’s Square Mall, 2801 Wilma Rudolph Blvd.
06/15/2022: 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., American Red Cross, 1760 Madison Street
06/20/2022: 10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., American Red Cross of Clarksville, 1760 Madison Street
6/22/2022: 10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., American Red Cross of Clarksville, 1760 Madison Street
06/24/2022: 8:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., Newton Military Family Resource Center, 426 College St.
06/25/2022: 12 p.m. – 6 p.m., American Red Cross, 1760 Madison Street
06/27/2022: 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., American Red Cross, 1760 Madison Street
06/29/2022: 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., American Red Cross, 1760 Madison Street
Health Information for Donors
At a time when health information has never been more important, the Red Cross reviews all blood, platelet and plasma donations from self-identified African American donors for the sickle cell trait.
This additional screening will provide black donors with additional insight into health and help the Red Cross more quickly identify compatible blood types to help patients with sickle cell disease. Blood transfusion is an essential treatment for people with sickle cell disease, and blood donations from people of the same race, ethnicity and blood type have a unique ability to help patients fight sickle cell disease.
Donors can expect to receive sickle cell trait test results, if available, within one to two weeks via the Red Cross Blood Donor App and online donor portal at RedCrossBlood.org.
Safety of blood drives
The Red Cross adheres to high standards of safety and infection control. The Red Cross will continue to socially distance where possible at blood drives, donation centers and facilities. Although donors are no longer required to wear a face mask, individuals may choose to continue wearing a mask for any reason.
The Red Cross will also adhere to more stringent face mask requirements as per national and/or local guidelines, or as requested by blood drive sponsors. Donors are encouraged to make an appointment before 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 activate the Blood Donor skill on any Alexa Echo device to book an appointment you or for more information. . All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply to patients.
A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. People who are 17 years old in most states (16 years old with parental consent where state law permits), weigh at least 110 pounds and are generally in good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 and under must also meet certain height and weight requirements.
Blood and platelet donors can save time on their next donation by using RapidPass® fill out their reading and health history questionnaire online before the donation, on the day of the donation, before coming to the collection. To get started, follow the instructions at RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass or use the Blood Donor app.
About the American Red Cross
The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and comforts disaster victims; provides about 40% of the nation’s blood; teaches life-saving skills; distributes international humanitarian aid; and supports veterans, service members and their families. The Red Cross is a nonprofit organization that depends on the volunteers and generosity of the American public to carry out its mission.
For more information, please visit redcross.org or CruzRojaAmericana.org, or visit us on Twitter at @Red Cross.
