Host a blood drive with the American Red Cross and the IAFF
Host a blood drive with the American Red Cross and the IAFF
Help save lives – Host an IAFF-Red Cross blood drive.
Every two seconds, someone in America needs blood. The International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) knows how important blood is for saving lives, which is why the IAFF is partnering with the American Red Cross to host blood drives during the month of February. Winter months are some of the most critical times of the year for blood supply. With your support, the IAFF and the Red Cross can work together for a lifesaving cause. IAFF-Red Cross blood drives will offer locals and their members an engaging and rewarding experience and will help supply patients in communities nationwide with a strong, robust blood supply. The IAFF-American Red Cross co-branded toolkit has all the materials and resources your local will need to host a successful blood drive in your community. This is a unique opportunity for your local to showcase its ongoing commitment to public health and safety – both to the public and to decision-makers. Solidify your role as the voice of public health and safety in your community – sign your local up to host a blood drive with the American Red Cross.
What a Host Does
- Provides a suitable location. A large, open space is best, so we can create separate zones for conducting confidential eligibility assessments and collecting donations.
- Publicizes the blood drive. The more people who know about your blood drive – both within your organization and in the community – the more donors you can sign up.
- Organizes a recruitment committee to recruit donors. Face-to-face requests are the most effective form of recruitment. Don’t do this alone; build a team to help spread the word.
- Schedules donors for appointments. Plus, you’ll do follow-ups during the drive to ensure donors don’t miss their appointments and reach out afterwards to say thank you.
