January is National Blood Donor Month, and your entire
office can join the celebration when you schedule a blood drive. Not only will
you help your local blood bank, but your good deed provides numerous benefits
for your entire company.
Save Lives
Chances are high that you, one of your coworkers or someone
you know will one day need a blood transfusion. One pint of blood saves three
lives, so donate blood this
January and be a hero.
Combat Blood Shortages
While every local blood bank needs are different, most
communities face blood bank shortages. Everyone's donation combats shortage and
meets a critical need.
Increase Awareness
Many people don't give blood because they don't realize
there's a need, don't think about it or are too busy. Schedule a blood drive at
your office to emphasize the importance of this small but powerful action.
Boost Morale
If you and your coworkers are feeling the winter doldrums, a
blood drive offers a beneficial distraction. It's the perfect opportunity to
boost morale, and it increases employee satisfaction, productivity and
performance, too.
Improve Community Relations
People in the community appreciate local businesses that
care. A blood drive goes a long way toward improving community relations.
Tips That Make Your Blood Drive a Success
Now that you've decided to host a company blood drive,
consider a few tips that make it a success.
·
Contact your local Red Cross and set up a time
and location for the blood drive.
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Advertise the blood drive on all your office
bulletin boards.
·
Invite customers, vendors and other people to
schedule a donation appointment.
·
Build excitement by holding a raffle for donors
or awarding prizes like discounted services or free products.
·
Encourage participants to drink plenty of water
or fruit juice and to eat healthy, iron-rich foods during the 24 hours before
their donation. These actions stabilize blood pressure and blood sugar levels
while reducing dizziness.
Your office's blood drive does more than give you something
to do this January. It celebrates National Blood Donor month and provides
numerous benefits that build office morale, improve community relations and
save lives.