The Town of Indian Trail is hosting its spring blood drive on Friday, Aug. 22, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in partnership with the American Red Cross. The blood drive will be in the Shirley Howe Community Room at the Indian Trail Town Hall (315 Matthews-Indian Trail Road).
Those interested in donating blood can register online or by calling 1-800-RED CROSS. According to the Red Cross, there is a critical need for blood donors. As a thank-you, anyone who donates at the drive will receive a $15 e-gift card to a merchant of their choice.
Anyone who is an eligible type O, B-, or A- donor can maximize their blood donation by making a Power Red donation. Red blood cells are the most transfused blood component.
Those who register can save up to 15 minutes on the day of their appointment by filling out their RapidPass to complete the pre-donation reading and health history questions.
The Town will host its next blood drive on Friday, Dec. 5, beginning at 9 a.m.
If you are unable to donate during the drive, donation appointments are available Sunday through Thursday at Indian Trail’s Red Cross Blood and Platelet Donation Center located at 5880 W Hwy 74, Suite #204.