METS AND AMERICAN RED CROSS TEAM UP TO HOST BLOOD DRIVE
THIS SATURDAY, AUGUST 13 AT CITI FIELD
Donors Will Receive a Pair of Tickets to an Upcoming Mets Game
Sign Up Today by Calling 1-800-RED CROSS or by Visiting redcrossblood.org
FLUSHING, N.Y., August 9, 2011 – The New York Mets today announced they are teaming up with the American Red Cross to host a blood drive this Saturday, August 13 from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. in the Caesars Club at Citi Field. Donors can enter the ballpark through the Seaver VIP Entrance and park in Lot D.
As a special thank you, all donors will receive a complimentary pair of tickets to an upcoming Mets game, a limited edition t-shirt, a coupon for a free box of six pieces of chocolate dipped fruit redeemable at Edible Arrangements stores, a sample of All Natural Shaving Oil from Pacific Shaving Co., and a chance to win a daily raffle of a $200 Staples gift card.
Donors are encouraged to schedule an appointment in advance by calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or by visiting redcrossblood.org. All presenting donors will also be able to enter to win prizes including a home entertainment system with a 60-inch TV and stereo system, a pair of Stevie Nicks tickets to the upcoming Jones Beach concert, two packages including an overnight stay at the Holiday Inn LaGuardia Airport Hotel across from Citi Field, dinner in the Pine Restaurant and two tickets to a Mets-Phillies game in September, and two Field Level seats to select upcoming Mets games. Prizes are not redeemable for cash and non-transferable.
“The American Red Cross and New York Mets are partnering together and asking people to donate blood during the summer months when collections typically decline to ensure we have lifesaving blood for patients,” said Donna M. Morrissey, Director of Communications, American Red Cross Northeast Division. “We’re grateful to the Mets and their fans for supporting the Red Cross humanitarian mission to provide blood supplies, disaster services, aid to our military, life saving and emergency response.”
The American Red Cross has been a primary supplier of lifesaving blood products in the United States for more than 50 years. The American Red Cross Blood Services – Northeast Division must distribute approximately 3,000 units of blood each day just to meet the basic needs of area patients. To donate blood and platelets through the American Red Cross, individuals must be at least 17 years of age, weigh at least 110 pounds, and be in general good health. The states of Maine, Massachusetts, New York and Pennsylvania allow those who are 16 years of age to donate blood with parental consent. For additional information regarding donor eligibility, please call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit redcrossblood.org.
