Taylorville Christian Church and VisionWay School will host a community blood drive in partnership with ImpactLife on Friday, Nov. 21, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. The event will take place inside The Hub at 1124 North Webster Street in Taylorville.
The drive will help support hospitals and emergency medical providers across Illinois and neighboring states by ensuring an adequate blood supply for patients in need. Donors can schedule an appointment by contacting Steve Basham at 217-824-6621 or by visiting www.bloodcenter.org using sponsor code 61296. Appointments are encouraged, and walk-ins will be accepted as time allows.
Anyone who last gave blood on or before Sept. 26 is eligible to donate at this event. Donors must be at least 17 years old (or 16 with parental permission), weigh more than 110 pounds, and bring a photo ID. Individuals with diabetes or controlled high blood pressure may also qualify to give blood.
ImpactLife, a nonprofit community organization, provides blood products and services to more than 100 hospitals and emergency providers across Illinois, Iowa, Missouri, and Wisconsin. Each successful donor will receive an ImpactLife reward of their choice, including a $20 e-gift card, a $20 charitable donation, or bonus points for the organization’s rewards store.
For more details on donor eligibility, call ImpactLife at 800-747-5401 or visit www.bloodcenter.org.
