Gratiot Blood Services
"Life-saving blood cannot be manufactured – it must be donated"
Having provided comfort and aid to those in need since 1881, the Red Cross quickly adopted Blood Services as a fundamental part of its humanitarian mission.
Started as a war relief effort to provide life-saving blood for soldiers during World War II, Red Cross Blood Services has grown to become an industry leader — collecting and distributing half the nation's blood supply.
Blood processing and technology to save lives however, are only possible because of one simple, selfless act: caring people take an hour out of their busy days to roll up their sleeves and give a pint of blood. With that donation, one person has the ability to save three lives.
Local Gratiot County residents
donate blood at the Alma VFW.
Who's eligible to give blood?
To donate blood you must be 17 years old and weigh at least 110 pounds.
Where can I give blood?
You can donate blood at any of the local blood drives listed on our events calendar, or use the national Blood Drive finder to find a blood drive near you.
How can I find out more about giving blood?
Consult www.givelife.org or call Great Lakes Blood Region at 1-800-968-4283.
