During the summer months, on average, about two fewer donors give blood at each Red Cross blood drive than what is needed to meet the needs of patients. Vacations and summer activities are among the reasons regular donors may not find the time to give.
But, patients don’t get a vacation from needing blood – the need is constant.
Below is a list of upcoming opportunities in Santa Cruz County.
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To make an appointment to donate blood at these drives and more, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS.
8/7/2014: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 220 Elk Street, Santa Cruz
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8/9/2014: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM: Life Natural Foods Market,1266 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz
8/11/2014: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 220 Elk Street, Santa Cruz
8/12/2014: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM: Chaminade Resort and Spa, 1 Chaminade Lane, Santa Cruz
8/13/2014: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM: Holy Cross Church, 170 High Street, Santa Cruz
8/15/2014: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM: Santa Cruz Bible Church, 440 Frederick St., Santa Cruz
8/15/2014: 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 9545 Lovecreek Rd., Ben Lomond
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