Dear Friends:
I was recently diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia. I am thankful for the blood and platelets that have kept me alive. Most of all, I am thankful for the prayers and words of encouragement from so many people.
To celebrate my birthday tomorrow, September 15, I’m hosting a SleevesUp virtual blood drive and asking friends and family to pledge to give blood in the next 60 days. Together, we’ll track our pledges, cheer each other on, and, most importantly, provide a lifesaving gift for patients in need.
To get started, make your pledge by clicking the red button above, and then visit redcrossblood.org to schedule your donation appointment. You can give at a locally hosted blood drive or at a permanent Red Cross blood donation center.
The impact we can make together is the best gift I can imagine! Thanks for helping celebrate my birthday and for helping save patient lives with your generous gift.
I will be in the hospital for the next few weeks receiving blood and marrow transfusions. I am looking forward to feeling better, going home, and seeing you all very soon.
Love,
Laurie
Challenge your friends (or anyone for that matter) to a friendly competition! Who will win the battle to do the most social good for your community?
Put your virtual blood drive campaign against one or even multiple other campaigns to see who can recruit more blood donors for the American Red Cross.
