14 January, 2012
The annual Red Cross Blood Drive held in Hopkinton on Martin Luther King Day is one way residents can celebrate the day and give back to the community. As part of the MLK Day of Giving Back, students will be volunteering at the Hopkinton Middle School on January 16, from 10am to 3pm.
Listen to beFree members Catie Kelley and Jess Martel as they invite you to donate blood and give back to Hopkinton on the 5th annual MLK Day of Giving Back.
When: Monday, January 16, 2012
Where: Hopkinton Middle School
Time: 10am to 3pm
Individuals who are at least 17 years of age (16 with parental permission slip), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. All high school students have to meet certain height and weight requirements.
On the day of the drive, please bring your Red Cross Blood donor card or other from of positive ID. It is important to be well rested, to have eaten a healthy breakfast or lunch and to drink extra glasses of water before you donate.
While walk-ins will be accomodated, it is recommended to make an appointment. Call 1-800-Red Cross (1-800-733-2767) or email mlkblooddrive@yahoo.com to request a time slot.
If you have any questions, please contact Anne Schneider at 508-272-3190.
