Donation events being held statewide Friday to mark World Blood Donor Day

Krystal Frasier KSTP

Community members are invited to participate in blood donation events happening across the state to mark the 20th anniversary of World Blood Donor Day.

Memorial Blood Centers says the summer months are typically when hospitals need more blood, as they see a sharp rise in trauma cases. They also cite blood donation not being at the top of people’s minds due to vacations and schedules.

The following blood drives are happening Friday:

Sanford Health from 8 a.m. -3 p.m. in Bemidji
Diamond Graphics from 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. in Anoka
Earl Giles Restaurant and Distillery from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. in Minneapolis
City of Hopkins from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

CLICK HERE to see if you’re eligible to donate blood and CL ICK HERE to find other blood donation centers.