Correction: The blood drive has been moved for Saturday. The new location is below. Hutch Post regrets the error.
American Red Cross
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Monthly infusions made from blood products help keep 28-year-old McCartney Johnson alive.
McCartney was diagnosed in infancy with hypogammaglobulinemia, an immune disorder that prevents his body from making enough antibodies. He can only get them from volunteer donors. McCartney lives every day to the fullest and is always grateful to those who give blood. Celebrate life with McCartney and donate at the annual blood drive held in his honor.
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 12, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
WHERE: Holy Cross Catholic School at 2633 Independence Road, Hutchinson.
This October, to encourage donors to fall into the habit of donating, the Red Cross is saying thank you with a $10 Amazon Gift Card. You'll also be entered into a drawing for a chance to win a $5000 gift card. Find out more online.
How to donate blood
To make an appointment, simply download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or enable the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device to make an appointment or for more information.
A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. 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. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.