Free haircut coupon by email, chance to win VIP racing experience and more by coming to give now
COLUMBIA, MO (May 7, 2024) — When every second counts, blood products can provide
lifesaving care. The American Red Cross asks the public to give blood or platelets during
Trauma Awareness Month in May to keep hospitals prepared for all transfusion needs, including
emergencies. Type O blood donors and donors giving platelets are especially needed
right now:
Type O negative is the universal blood type and what emergency room personnel reach
for when there is no time to determine a patient’s blood type in the most serious
situations.
Type O positive blood is the most used blood type because it can be transfused to Rh-
positive patients of any blood type.
Platelets are often needed to help with clotting in cases of massive bleeding.
It’s the blood already on the shelves that can help save lives in an emergency. Book a
time to give now by visiting RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1-800-RED CROSS or by using
the Red Cross Blood Donor App. Thanks to Sport Clips Haircuts, all who come to donate April
29-May 31 will get a coupon for a free haircut by email. Plus, those who come to give through
May 19 will be automatically entered for a chance to win a trip for two and VIP racing
experience to the 2024 NASCAR Cup Series and Xfinity Races at Darlington Raceway Labor
Day weekend, including entry to the Sport Clips racetrack hospitality tent and a $1,000 gift card.
Additionally, those who come to give through May 19 will also get a bonus $10 e-gift card to a
merchant of choice. For details on all offers, visit RedCrossBlood.org/RaceToGive.
Upcoming blood donation opportunities May 7-31
Bates
Adrian
5/7/2024: 12 p.m. – 5 p.m., Optimist Building, 317 South Old 71 Highway
2024-APL-2108
Rich Hill
5/28/2024: 1:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m., Rich Hill Christian Church, 300 E Walnut (A Highway)
Benton
Lincoln
5/17/2024: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m., Countryside Eagles #4286, 29354 State Highway H,
Warsaw
5/13/2024: 12 p.m. – 4:15 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 154 W. Washington St.
Cass
Belton
5/7/2024: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Belton Regional Medical Center, 17065 S. 71 Highway
5/20/2024: 12 p.m. – 5 p.m., Fairfield Inn & Suites – Belton, 151 N Mullen Rd
Harrisonville
5/23/2024: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m., Harrisonville Community Center, 2400 Jefferson Parkway
Henry
Clinton
5/16/2024: 11:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Clinton First Baptist Church Downtown, 209 E Jefferson St
5/17/2024: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., Clinton First Baptist Church Downtown, 209 E Jefferson St
5/31/2024: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m., The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 297 NW 40 Rd
Hickory
Hermitage
5/14/2024: 12 p.m. – 5 p.m., St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 24798 Highway 254
Johnson
Warrensburg
5/10/2024: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m., VFW, 618 Lakeview
5/20/2024: 12 p.m. – 5 p.m., Elks Lodge Warrensburg, 822 E. Young Street
5/23/2024: 12 p.m. – 5 p.m., Missouri Veterans Home, 1300 Veterans Road
Whiteman Air Force Base
5/22/2024: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Whiteman AFB- Deployment Center, 750 Arnold Ave, Building 705
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 enable the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device
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 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.
Blood and platelet donors can save time at their next donation by using RapidPass ® to complete
their pre-donation reading and health history questionnaire online, on the day of their donation,
before arriving at the blood drive. To get started, follow the instructions at
RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass or use the Blood Donor App.
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, visit redcross.org/volunteertoday.
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 follow us on social media.
