Join us for the Battle of the Badges blood drive, sponsored by the Rotary Club of Marion, on May 19, 2023! McDowell’s First Responders are facing off for a lifesaving cause. Local heroes are rolling up their sleeves—and encouraging the community to do the same—as they “Fight” for the most pints donated at the Battle of the Badges blood drive.
The McDowell County Sheriff's Office, McDowell County Rescue Squad, Fire Departments, Marion Police Department, McDowell County Emergency Medical Service, and the North Carolina Highway Patrol will be encouraging blood donations in honor of their respective agencies. Donors at the blood drive will vote for their favorite first responders before they donate, and the winner will be announced at the end of the drive.
“Giving blood is such a great way to give back and one way that we can all be heroes in our community. We never know when the blood being donated will be used to save the life of one of our own” shares Sheriff Ricky T. Buchanan.
Donors are needed to make appointments now to help ensure accident victims, cancer patients and new mothers experiencing complicated childbirths have access to lifesaving blood product transfusions without delay.
Please sign up to donate. Our goal is to collect 40 units.
Time: 1:30p-6p
Location: County Training Room
129 Barnes Rd
Marion NC, 28752
There will be special refreshments, courtesy of area restaurants.
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