Many people want to give back to the community but may not have a lot of time to volunteer. In only about an hour, volunteer blood donors can help save lives and feel instant gratification.

The community is invited to give back and help save lives by donating blood on Thursday, July 10 from 11:30 am to 5:30 pm at St. Nicholas Catholic Church in Valentine.

Come to give blood July 10th & get an exclusive pair of Red Cross sunglasses, while they last.

To make an appointment or to learn more, call Jeanie Cozad at 402-376-4715, download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org. Completion of a RapidPass® online health history questionnaire is encouraged to help speed up the donation process. To get started, follow the instructions at RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass or use the Blood Donor App. Individuals who are 17 years of age in most states (16 with parental consent where allowed by state law), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood.