Donors will receive a free T-shirt!

Friday, April 18, Saturday, April 19 and Sunday, April 20, 2008,
10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Fresno State, near Education Building, 5280 N. Jackson, Fresno

The community is welcome!

FRESNO, CA – The community is invited to donate blood while attending Vintage Days at Fresno State Friday, April 18 through Sunday, April 20. A bloodmobile will park near the Education Building from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., all three days.  Donors will receive a free T-shirt, plus a variety of discounts from Valley businesses for dining, recreation, entertainment, and services.  

“The weather is beautiful and the days are longer, so, before you go out and enjoy, please visit a Central California Blood Center near you,” states Chris Sorensen, Director of Community Relations and Development for the Blood Center. “Accidents can unfortunately increase with more folks outdoors and on the go. We need donors to continue their commitment to giving so we are ready if and when needed. “ 

Blood donation takes less than one hour to complete. Donors must be in good general health, weigh a minimum of 110 pounds and be at least 17 years old. Senior citizens are encouraged to donate, as there is no upper age limit. Donors should eat a good meal and drink plenty of water within 4 hours prior to their donation. Donors can give blood every eight weeks. Photo ID and Social Security Number are required at donor registration.

The Central California Blood Center is the sole provider of blood and blood products for the 31 hospitals in Fresno, Tulare, Madera, Kings and Mariposa Counties and must collect between 5,000 to 6,000 pints of blood a month to meet the needs of our Valley community.