The Red Cross will visit our Fellowship Hall on Friday January 29 to give us a chance to help replenish their blood banks. Local hospitals are always in need of blood; transfusions and re-supply to save lives every day.
Consider doing your part. If you are able to donate, please stop by our church any time between 2:00 – 7:00 PM. You should expect to spend 60 minutes for a whole blood donation (or 90 minutes for a double red donation).
Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are preferred. There are several options to set up an appointment:
- Call 800-RED-CROSS
- Or go to RedCrossBlood.org. Enter Sponsor Code: “Pitman UMC”
- or, do the above by clicking this button: Pitman UMC Drive
All participating donors will receive the fulfillment of knowing they may have just saved a life. And beyond that- all donors will also receive a voucher for a free pound of Dunkin Donuts coffee!
- Be in good health and feeling well.
- Be at least 17 years old. Weigh at least 110 pounds.
- Hydrate. Eat a healthy meal before donating. Avoid fatty foods.
- Wear something where the sleeves can be rolled up.
- Bring a list of medications you are taking. Bring an ID.
The need is constant. The gratification is instant. Give blood.
