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Last updated on Tuesday, February 19, 2013
(UNDATED) - Blood donors are everyday heroes who help save lives.
During March, Red Cross Month, the American Red Cross recognizes these lifesavers, thanks them for their generosity and encourages others to join their ranks.
March was first proclaimed Red Cross Month in 1943 by former President Franklin Roosevelt. Since then, every president, including President Barack Obama, has designated March as Red Cross Month.
The Red Cross has been helping people prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies for more than 130 years.
Since World War II, the Red Cross has been meeting the needs of patients throughout the U.S. and today partners with more than 3,000 hospitals and transfusion centers, providing blood products and specialized laboratory services. From cancer patients and accident victims to premature babies and those with blood disorders, someone needs blood every two seconds.
To make an appointment to give blood and become an everyday hero, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS.
Upcoming blood donation opportunities:
BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY
March 1 from 10 am - 5 pm, Columbus Blood Donation Center, 931 Repp Dr., Columbus
March 1 from 1 pm - 6 pm, Sam's Club, 2715 Merchant's Road, Columbus
March 8 from 10am - 5 pm, Columbus Blood Donation Center, 931 Repp Dr., Columbus
March 13 from 8:30 am - 2:30 pm, International School of Columbus, 3136 North National Road, Columbus
March 15 from 10 am - 5 pm, Columbus Blood Donation Center, 931 Repp Dr., Columbus
GREENE COUNTY
March 7 from 8 am - 2 pm, Shakamak Junior/Senior High School, 9233 Shakamak School Road, Jasonville
JOHNSON COUNTY
March 9 from 10am - 3 pm, Edinburgh Apostolic Tabernacle, 701 South Main Street, Edinburgh
MONROE COUNTY
March 1from 8am - 2 pm, Bloomington Blood Donation Center, 1600 W. 3rd St., Bloomington
March 2 from 8 am -12 pm, Bloomington Blood Donation Center, 1600 W. 3rd St., Bloomington
March 2 from 11 am - 3 pm, AMVETS Post 2000, 5227 W. Airport Road, Bloomington
March 5 from 3pm - 7 pm, Indiana University McNutt Residence Center, 1101 N. Fee Lane, Bloomington
March 6 from 10 am - 2 pm, Indiana University School of Public and Environmental Affairs, 1315 E. 10th Street, Bloomington
March 6 from 12 pm - 6 pm, Bloomington Blood Donation Center, 1600 W. 3rd St., Bloomington
March 7 from 12 pm - 6 pm, Bloomington Blood Donation Center, 1600 W. 3rd St., Bloomington
March 8 from 8 am - 2 pm, Bloomington Blood Donation Center, 1600 W. 3rd St., Bloomington
March 9 from 8 am -12 pm, Bloomington Blood Donation Center, 1600 W. 3rd St., Bloomington
March 13 from 12 pm - 6 pm, Bloomington Blood Donation Center, 1600 W. 3rd St., Bloomington
March 14 from 12 pm - 6 pm, Bloomington Blood Donation Center, 1600 W. 3rd St., Bloomington
March 15 from 8 am - 2 pm, Bloomington Blood Donation Center, 1600 W. 3rd St., Bloomington
ORANGE COUNTY
March 1 from 8:30 am - 1:30 pm, Springs Valley High School, 356 S. Larry Bird Blvd., French Lick
March 13 from 2 pm - 6 pm, Beechwood Christian, 8535 West Highway 56, French Lick
March 14 from 2 pm - 6 pm, Walmart Supercenter, 735 Gospel Road, Paoli
How to donate blood
Simply call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit redcrossblood.org 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 (16 with parental consent in some states), 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.
About the American Red Cross
The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; supplies about 40 percent of the nation's blood; teaches skills that save lives; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families. The Red Cross is a not-for-profit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission. For more information visit redcross.org or join our blog at http://blog.redcross.org.
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