…second annual event held in memory of those who lost their battle with cancer and in honor of cancer patients in need
The American Red Cross, Firefighters Cancer Foundation of New York, Syracuse Fire Fighters Association- Local 280 IAFF and Fuccillo Hyundai of Syracuse are hosting a special blood drive to honor heroes and angels: firefighters who are battling cancer, and those who we have lost to the disease. The blood drive will be held on Monday, June 20, from noon-6:30 p.m. at Fuccillo Hyundai of Syracuse, 2601 Erie Blvd. East.
The WOLF 105.1 will broadcast live during a portion of the blood drive.
“The Heroes and Angels Blood Drive honors cancer patients because they are our heroes,” said Firefighters Cancer Foundation of New York President Mike Valenti. “The Firefighters Cancer Foundation of New York is proud to partner with the American Red Cross, because we know how important blood donations are for cancer patients, as well as burn and trauma victims.”
The goal of the blood drive is to get 112 units of donated blood. If the goal is achieved, Fuccillo Hyundai of Syracuse will donate $5000 to the Red Cross which will support the Red Cross Home Fire Preparedness Campaign.
As a special thank you, all presenting donors will receive a free Red Cross Emergency Car Kit and may register for a Red Cross free home smoke detector installation. Donors will also be treated to a barbeque hosted by Fuccillo Hyundai of Syracuse.
“When great organizations team up on blood drives, the results are amazing,” said American Red Cross of Western and Central New York CEO Rosie Taravella. “Our community knows that this effort is coming straight from the hearts of these incredible partners, and we are grateful for their concern for others.”
Blood and platelet donations often decline during the summer months when busy schedules and vacation plans can cause some donors to be less available to give. During the months of June, July and August, on average, about two fewer donors schedule an appointment to give blood at each Red Cross blood drive than what patients need. This can add up to nearly 100,000 fewer donations during the summer. This seasonal challenge can be overcome if at least two more people above what’s expected come out to give blood at each drive this summer.
Second Annual Heroes & Angels Blood Drive in honor of heroes and angels we have lost and in support of patients in need, Monday, June 20, noon-6:30 p.m., Fuccillo Hyundai of Syracuse, 2601 Erie Blvd. East.
Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are encouraged. To schedule a time to donate, call 1-800- RED-CROSS or visit www.redcrossblood.org
Sponsor code: FCFNY
How to donate blood
Simply download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800- 733-2767) to make an appointment or for more information. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age (16 with parental consent in some states), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.
Blood donors can now save time at their next donation by using RapidPass to complete their pre-donation reading and health history questionnaire online, on the day of their donation, prior to arriving at the blood drive. To get started and learn more, visit redcrossblood.org/RapidPass and follow the instructions on the site.
About the American Red Cross
The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; supplies about 40 percent of the nation's blood; teaches skills that save lives; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families. The Red Cross is a not-for- profit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or cruzrojaamericana.org, or visit us on Twitter at @RedCross.