Press release from the American Red Cross:
Allen County Blood Drive Cancelled
The American Red Cross blood drive scheduled for Sunday, Aug. 30 at Autumn Ridge Neighborhood has been cancelled. However, there will be a blood drive on Wednesday, Sept. 2, from 1:30 p.m. until 5:30 p.m. at RE/MAX Results – Team Tamara, located at 7806-A W. Jefferson Blvd. in Fort Wayne. Please call (260) 436-6363, ext. 301 to schedule your blood donation appointment. All presenting donors will receive a t-shirt. Also, give blood or platelets now through Sept. 7 and enter to win a $500 Meijer gift card. A winner will be drawn each week!
How to Donate Blood
Individuals who are at least 17 years old (16 with parental permission in Indiana), meet height and weight requirements (at least 110 pounds based on height) and are in general good health may be eligible to donate blood. Red Cross donor card or positive ID required. Call 1-800-GIVE LIFE (1-800-448-3543) or log on IndianaOhioRedCross.org for more information.