Vitalant is set to organize multiple blood drives throughout November, providing an opportunity for two lucky donors to win a **$10,000 prepaid gift card**. This initiative comes at a critical time, as blood donations are essential, with someone in the United States requiring blood every two seconds, according to a recent announcement from the nonprofit organization.
As the holiday season approaches, blood donations typically decline due to busy schedules. Vitalant emphasizes the need for all blood types, particularly **O-positive**, which is the most common blood type and can assist anyone with a positive blood type.
Addressing Critical Needs
November is also recognized as **National Prematurity Awareness Month**, highlighting the importance of blood donations for premature infants. Many of these infants suffer from anemia and may require blood transfusions. According to the **National Institute of Health**, up to **80%** of extremely preterm infants receive at least one blood transfusion during their hospital stay.
Vitalant operates a blood donation center at **1213 21st St. in Lewiston**, where community members can contribute to this vital cause. In addition to the Lewiston center, several blood drives will take place in various towns across the region, providing ample opportunities for individuals to donate.
The schedule for the upcoming blood drives includes the following locations and times:
– **Moscow**
– **November 3, 14:00 – 18:15** at Best Western Plus University Inn, **1516 Pullman Road**
– **November 4, 11:00 – 16:00** at University of Idaho Education Department, **875 Perimeter Drive**
– **November 18, 16:00 – 19:00** at University of Idaho Video Production Center, Bruce Pitman Building, S. Deakin St.
– **Pullman**
– **November 10, 10:30 – 14:30** at **835 SE Bishop Blvd**
– **November 12, 10:30 – 14:30** at Pullman Senior Center, **190 SE Crestview St., Building B**
– **Orofino**
– **November 12, 10:30 – 14:30** at State Hospital North, **300 Hospital Drive**
– **November 17, 11:00 – 15:00** at Orofino Health Center, **1055 Riverside Ave**
– **Cottonwood**
– **November 18, 12:00 – 18:00** at Cottonwood Community Hall, **506 King St.**
– **Colfax**
– **November 19, 13:00 – 16:15** at Whitman County Library, **102 S. Main St.**
– **Pomeroy**
– **November 19, 14:00 – 17:00** at Pomeroy Middle School, **1090 Pataha St.**
Individuals interested in participating in these blood drives are encouraged to take part. The upcoming events represent a vital opportunity to support community health and help those in need. For more information, contact Rachel Sun at **[email protected]** or follow on X @Rachel_M_Sun. This article is produced in collaboration with Northwest Public Broadcasting, the Lewiston Tribune, and the Moscow-Pullman Daily News.
