The American Red Cross is encouraging people to give blood and platelet donations this summer. In memory of Elvis, who was a blood donor himself, and in honor of the new film “Elvis”, the Red Cross is offering a chance to win a VIP trip to Graceland for all blood and platelet donors this June.
Any donors during the month will be automatically entered into the drawing. The trip for two includes airfare for the round trip, a three-night stay at the Guest House and a VIP tour experience. Additionally, donors will receive a $5 e-gift card to their merchant of choice.
To schedule an appointment to donate blood, platelets or plasma, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).
Upcoming blood donation opportunities:
June 2 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Missouri Valley College Malcolm Center, 500 E. College St. in Marshall.
June 8 from noon to 5 p.m. at the Elks Lodge, 822 E. Young St. in Warrensburg.
June 8 from 1 to 6 p.m. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 207 N. Owen St. in California.
June 8 from 1 to 6 p.m. at Knights of Columbus, on S. Osage Ave. in Tipton.
June 9 from 2 to 6 p.m. at Stover Community Center, 600 Legion Drive in Stover.
