Ossian Rotary is teaming up with the American Red Cross and First Baptist Church of Ossian to host another blood drive event on March 11 from 1-6 p.m. at the church, 1001 Dehner Drive on Ossian’s north side.
Donors at previous blood drives report feeling great about helping others, and are a vital step in saving lives. Pre-scheduled appointments are highly encouraged to allow your donation time to better match your availability. To make an appointment or to learn more, download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App or visit RedCrossBlood.org and search sponsor code OSSIAN. You may also call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). Completion of a RapidPass® online health history questionnaire is encouraged to help speed up the donation process. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in.
According to Ossian Rotary President Jeremy Penrod, “Ossian Rotary strives to help those in need in our community. What better way to do that than taking a few minutes to give blood? Please help our blood drive be successful.”
Ossian Rotary is a small part of a larger organization, Rotary International, which was founded over 110 years ago in Chicago. Ossian Rotary is a group of people with a desire to meet new people, network, get involved and make a difference in Ossian and other communities. Each week features a different speaker, who helps attendees stay informed on topics that are relevant to our community. Anyone is welcome to donate and help those in need. Please contact Carol Keplar, Ossian Rotary Blood Drive Chair, at rotarycarolk@gmail.com for more information, or call 260-402-8252.
