Blood donors needed for Battle of the Badges Feb. 17

Saturday, February 11, 2023 9:53 pm

Respond to the call and give blood during this time of critical need as the Red Cross is facing a national blood crisis. The worst blood shortage in more than 10 years is threatening patient care. 

RSVP of Northeast Iowa and the American Red Cross are holding the “Battle of the Badges” Blood Drive from 12-5 p.m. Friday, Feb. 17, at Stone Ridge Community Church, 1111 Montgomery Street in Decorah. 
Respond to the call and give blood during this time of critical need as the Red Cross is facing a national blood crisis. The worst blood shortage in more than 10 years is threatening patient care. 
All are welcome to donate and vote for your favorite public service department – EMS, Fire or Law Enforcement – and experience warm hearts/warm thoughts by receiving a $10 Gift Card by email. Automatically be entered for a chance to win a trip for two to Clearwater Beach, Fla. Includes travel, hotel, gift card and more. Drawing terms can be found at rcblood.org/heart. 
Everybody wins when you donate life-saving blood. 
For an appointment, call 1-800-RED CROSS or visit redcrossblood.org, click “Find a Drive,” and enter code DECORAH. To donate at a different location or different date, find a blood drive online that meets your schedule.