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Give Blood In Bala Cynwyd This Holiday Season

As schedules fill with holiday parties, shopping, and fun with friends and family, many blood and platelet donors delay giving blood.

BALA CYNWYD, PA — The holiday season is the giving season, and what better gift to give than the gift of life?

This season, the American Red Cross is urging eligible donors to be the lifeline for patients in need this holiday season by making an appointment to give blood or platelets.

There are one upcoming drive in Bala Cynwyd where you can donate.

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A drive will be held from 1:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Dec. 17 at The Woman's Club of Bala Cynwyd, 382 Bala Ave.

While helping to save lives is likely motivation enough, those who come out to give Nov. 18 through Dec. 18 will also receive a $5 Amazon Gift Card via email, courtesy of Suburban Propane.

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Additionally, those who come to give Nov. 27 through Nov. 30 will receive an exclusive long-sleeved T-shirt, while supplies last.

As schedules fill with holiday parties, shopping and fun with friends and family, many blood and platelet donors delay giving.

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