Local residents in Taylorville and Pana will have the opportunity to help save lives by donating blood at two upcoming drives hosted by ImpactLife, the provider of blood components for area hospitals.
Pana Blood Drive
The Pana community will host its drive on Wednesday, January 8, from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church, 619 Kitchell Street, Pana. To schedule an appointment, contact ImpactLife Springfield at (800) 747?5401 or visit www.bloodcenter.org and use code 60036 to locate the drive.
If you can’t attend, donors are encouraged to stop by any ImpactLife Donor Center and credit Pana on the sign-in sheet.
Taylorville Blood Drive
The Taylorville Police Department will host its drive on Friday, January 10, from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at 108 W. Vine Street, inside the ImpactLife Donor Bus. To make an appointment, contact Kirsten Bolinger at (217) 824?2211 or visit www.bloodcenter.org using code 61295. ImpactLife can also schedule appointments directly at (800) 747?5401.
Donor Eligibility
Eligible donors must be at least 17 years old (16 with parental permission form available at www.bloodcenter.org), weigh more than 110 pounds, and present a photo I.D. Those who last donated blood on or before November 15, 2024, are eligible to donate at these drives. For specific eligibility questions, contact ImpactLife at (800) 747?5401.
Donating blood is a simple way to make a significant impact in the community. Both events provide an opportunity to give the gift of life and support local healthcare needs.
