ECHL Toledo Walleye

3rd Annual Toledo Walleye Blood Drive February 15

Published on February 9, 2012 under ECHL (ECHL)
Toledo Walleye News Release


Toledo, OH - On Wednesday, February 15, 2012 from 2pm - 7pm the Toledo Walleye will host their 3rd annual blood drive at the Huntington Center in downtown Toledo. The blood drive will be held in the Aquarium at the arena, located at 500 Jefferson Avenue in Toledo.

Everyone who comes to donate at the Walleye blood drive will receive a ticket to a Walleye game! To schedule an appointment, call 1-800-RED CROSS or they can visit redcrossblood.org and enter the sponsor code: TOLEDOWALLEYE

When donors come to give blood they will:

-Receive a ticket to the February 26, 2012 Toledo Walleye game! (limited quantity of 200)

-Enter to win Toledo Walleye memorabilia!

-Enter to win a Toledo Walleye Experience package!

-Meet Toledo Walleye players and mascots!

-Enjoy FREE parking at the Port Lawrence Garage! (receive your free parking pass at the blood drive)!

-Help save lives!

"We are thrilled to continue with this tradition with the Red Cross! We know how important it is to keep blood levels up and the best way for us to help is by hosting a blood drive. We are inviting the community to schedule an appointment to donate blood and help save lives!" says Cheri Pastula, Manager of Community Relations for the Toledo Walleye.

While the need for blood is constant, particular times of year present unique challenges for blood collection.

"At any given moment, patients rely on life-saving blood products. The need is constant -- even in emergency situations," said Tiffany Hayes, Spokesperson for the Western Lake Erie Region of the Red Cross. "The quickest help will come from local blood donors."

How to Donate Blood

To schedule an appointment to donate please call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit redcrossblood.org for more information. Individuals who are 17 years of age (16 with parental permission in some states), meet weight and height requirements (110 pounds or more, depending on their height) and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. Please bring your Red Cross blood donor card or other form of positive ID when you come to donate.

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