Thank you for supporting the January 13 blood drive! ONE BLOOD values the partnership with Burnt Store Marina, and thanks you for your dedication and commitment to this lifesaving mission. We had another record breaking donation day, with 32 units of blood donated by 35 volunteers.
Each unit of blood can save up to three lives, and likely transfused into a patient within 48 to 72 hours. The flu season and dangerous winter storm season are here, and the demand for blood products remains high.
ONE BLOOD has added more staff on the BIG RED BUS in Burnt Store Marina. There are now 52 appointment times available, increased from 39. Walk-ins have a better opportunity, but appointments are highly recommended during this peak season. Call Ann Singer at 319-290-5955 or Jo Bucci at 941-445-8260 to schedule an appointment. To schedule an appointment online, log onto ONEBLOOD.ORG, establish a username and password, and follow instructions to schedule.
THANK YOU TO OUR LOYAL JANUARY 13, 2025 DONORS
Blood is essential to life. It cannot be made or manufactured. Generous blood donors are the only source of blood for patients in need of a blood transfusion.
Anthony Stonger Barbara Honcharski
Bartlett Rouse Charles Allan
Christine Hornak Cynthia Libby
David Welsh Denise Cunningham
Dennis Frank Diane Frank
Delores Bell Frank Dileo
Geni Stevenson Joel Miles
John Dunker John Osborn
Jonathan Crawford Karen Spring
Kimberly Blair Linda Cristinziano
Linda Cross Lori Smith
Marna Parker Mary Johnson
Mary Sarno Michael Rossie
Peggy Crawford Rachelle Jensen
Robert O’Clare Robert Organ
Robert Seeley Robert Veilleux
Ronald Johnson William Stevenson
Zachary Cummings
DON’T MISS THE BUS IN 2025
ALWAYS ON MONDAY 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Monday, March 10, 2025
Our next blood donation day in 2025 is Monday, March 10, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Make your appointment online, or plan to walk in. During peak season, I recommend making an appointment, especially for the morning slots. The number of appointment slots has been increased recently from 39 to 52. We look forward to seeing many new donors plus our seasoned donors!
Be sure to eat before you donate and drink lots of fluids before and after. We all need to stay hydrated in Florida, no matter the activity or time of year. Bring your photo ID. Incentive gifts to successful donors will be a OneBlood St. Patrick’s T-shirt, $20 e-gift card, and a Chick-fil-A chicken sandwich gift card.
The Big Red Bus is located in the Cass Cay/Tiki Hut/Trading Post parking lot. To schedule an appointment, log on to OneBlood.org. Establish a username and password, then follow directions to make an appointment. Have questions, contact Ann Singer 319-290-5955 or Jo Bucci 941-445-8260.
Every person has the power to save a life. Donating blood only takes a little of your time and it can mean a lifetime for patients in need. Bring a friend, bring a neighbor on March 10.
