YOU to the rescue: BloodCenter of Wisconsin kicks off summer blood donation effort

BloodCenter is asking donors to help reach a goal of 300 appointments by end of day on June 11 across all of its community blood drives and donor centers, with an ultimate goal of seeing 1,500 additional blood donors between June 11 and August 31.

Appointments are preferred to ensure a quick and convenient donation, but walk-in donors are also welcome. Visit www.bcw.edu/blood.

The special phone number to talk with a first responder and schedulean appointment is  866-61-BLOOD  (866-612-5663)

Anyone 17 or older who is in general good health and meets eligibility requirements is encouraged to donate blood. Parental consent is required for 16-year-olds to donate. The entireprocess takes about an hour. Donors should bring a photo ID that includes birth date.