UTICA, NY – The Greater Utica Chamber of Commerce is proud to hold blood drives in
partnership with the Red Cross, giving us all an opportunity to make a difference.
Our next drive is coming up on April 17th, and we still have plenty of open appointment
slots to fill.
Diversity among blood donors plays a critical role in helping patients that are fighting
cancer and treating those with blood disorders like Sickle Cell Disease by making sure
they can receive the most compatible blood matches. A more diverse donor base is
essential for helping stabilize the blood supply and meet patient needs, so we should
work together to encourage more participation from everyone around us! Power Red donors give a double unit of just red blood cells (the rest is returned to the body) so hospitals have more red blood cells from the most used types in emergency situations. If you’re type O, A-, or B- please consider signing up for a Power Red appointment. These take about 15 minutes longer than a regular appointment and they count as 2 units towards our impact goal! As a special ‘thank you,’ Red Cross is giving all who come to donate a $15 e-gift card
to a merchant of choice! Make your appointment here: https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive- results?zipSponsor=Utica
The Greater Utica Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit organization comprised of business and business- oriented members dedicated to the development of a prosperous economic climate that will enhance commercial growth and the quality of life for all who reside in the Greater Utica Area.
