The Need is Constant; Don’t Forget to Donate Blood This Holiday Season

Posted on December 9, 2009 by American Red Cross Northeast Wisconsin Chapter

Between the snow-covered roads and holiday festivities, it can be difficult to make time for blood donation that helps those in our area.

But as we all know, need does not take a break during the holidays. Take a look at the Green Bay donation center and local blood drive schedules so that you can make an appointment. If you don’t know when you will have time, print it now and carry it with you. When you find time to pop-in and help out a neighbor, you will know where to go.  By making an appointment to donate blood through the American Red Cross this holiday season, you not only give someone hope-  you help save lives too.

The Green Bay Blood Donation Center at 2131 Deckner Ave., is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday from 2 PM – 6 PM, Friday hours are from 9 AM to 1 PM and Saturday hours are 8 AM- Noon. The center will be closed December 25 and January 1, but special holiday hours include:

  • Wednesday, December 23 from 2 PM- 6 PM
  • Thursday, December 24 from 8 AM – Noon
  • Wednesday, December 30 from  2 PM- 6 PM
  • Thursday, December 31 from 8 AM- Noon

Donations will be collected at Pilgrim Congregational Church, at 991 Pilgrim Way, every Friday from 9 AM – 1 PM. With another opportunity to donate at the blood drive on Tuesday, December 22 between 9 AM and 3 PM.

ADDITIONAL BROWN COUNTY COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVES:

Date Location Address City Drive Time
Thursday, December 24, 2009 Howard Village Hall 2456 Glendale Ave Green Bay 7am – 1pm
Monday, December 28, 2009 National Guard Amory 800 N Military Green Bay Noon -  6:30pm
Monday, December 28, 2009 St Joseph Church Champion 5996 Cty Rd K New Franken 11am -  5pm
Tuesday, December 29, 2009 St Matthews Catholic Church 130 St Matthew St Green Bay 1:30pm -  6pm
Wednesday, December 30, 2009 Our Lady of Lourdes Church 1307 Lourdes Ave De Pere 1:30pm -  5:30pm
Thursday, December 31, 2009 Denmark Our Savior Lutheran Church 435 Wisconsin Ave Denmark 10am -  2pm
Friday, January 08, 2010 American Legion Hall Pulaski 135 N Augustine Street Pulaski 11:30am -  5:30 pm

During the holiday season more than ever, our thoughts turn gratefully to those who have helped save the lives of many. Eligible donors are encouraged to call 1-800-GIVE-LIFE (1-800-448-3543) or visit givebloodgivelife.org to schedule an appointment to donate blood.

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24th Annual Holiday Blood Drive Honors Child Transplant Recipient

Posted on December 9, 2009 by American Red Cross Northeast Wisconsin Chapter

(November 4, 2009) – This year, the American Red Cross 24th Annual Holiday Blood Drive , honors Hayden Blatter, a blood and bone marrow recipient who was treated at the UW American Family Children’s Hospital. Hayden is now an active 2-year-old, due in part to dedicated blood donors. When Hayden was just 5 months old, he was diagnosed with Wiskott-Aldrich Syndrome (WAS), an autoimmune disease. The disease caused Hayden’s antibodies to attack his platelets, requiring him to receive frequent platelet transfusions. In addition, to reduce the risk of infections, he also received Intravenous Immunoglobulin (IVIG) treatments. IVIG is a product made of plasma.

Without a bone marrow transplant, WAS is potentially fatal. In 2008, Hayden received his stem cell transfusion and remained in isolation for nearly a year to reduce his risk for infection and allow his immune system to rebuild itself.

“We celebrated Thanksgiving and Christmas at our home since we couldn’t go out visiting,” said Kami Blatter. “People were actually afraid to be the one to bring in any sickness, so they didn’t visit.”

Hayden Blatter and his family will share Hayden’s story of survival and hope, and celebrate Hayden’s first Christmas out of isolation. By making an appointment to donate blood through the American Red Cross this holiday season, you not only give someone hope – you help save lives too.

Eligible donors are encouraged to call 1-800-GIVE-LIFE (1-800-448-3543) or visit givebloodgivelife.org to schedule an appointment to donate blood. Appointments are appreciated but walk-ins are welcome.

Holiday Blood Drives:

Pilgrim Congregational Church, 991 Pilgrim Way, on Tuesday, December 22 from 9 AM-3Pm

Howard Village Hall, 2456 Glendale Ave., on Thursday, December 24 from 7 AM- 1PM

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