The American Red Cross needs your help | Community Spirit

SAVANNA, Ill.--The holiday season is here, and with it comes the exchange of gifts amongst family and friends. But many hospital patients have a gift on their wish list this year that only generous hearts can give: a blood donation.As many as 44,000 blood donations are needed every day across the country to meet the needs of patients. Make an appointment to donate by visiting redcrossblood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS.

The Red Cross appreciates your support in helping your community and relies on the support of the American public in order to provide the services it offers. 

For more information, please visit redcross.org or join our blog at http://blog.redcross.org.

Upcoming blood donation opportunities:

Carroll County

Dec. 29 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 502 Third St. in Savanna, Ill.