Facts about donating blood:

–​Only 3% of the population donate

–​Every 2 seconds, someone in the US needs a blood transfusion

–​Every unit donated has the potential to help MULTIPLE patients in need

–​A typical blood donation appointment lasts 45 minutes

–​You will learn which hospital received your blood donation (4-5 days later)

–​First time donors will learn their blood type – CRITICAL information if a donor is ever in a hospital trauma scenario

Additional content:

Videos: Blood Journey / First Time Donors / Red Cross YouTube

General information:  Common Concerns / Eligibility /  How Blood Donation Helps

All other information: RedCrossBlood.org 

Facebook/Email content:

1.​Always include a direct link to your schedule so donors are “one click away”

2.​Ask friends/family to re-share your post in their networks

3.​Share stories and testimonials!

4.​Feel free to tag the Indiana Red Cross in any FB posts: www.facebook.com/INRedCross