LEXINGTON, KY – While the holidays are a joyous time for many, it can be difficult on the blood supply. To ensure everyone has a safe and happy holiday season, Kentucky Blood Center is urging donors to give back by donating blood.

Donors who give blood at the local upcoming blood drive will receive a limited-edition “It’s a Beaut, Clark” T-shirt & a $10 Walmart gift card (while supplies last). It’s the gift that keeps on giving the whole year!

The blood drive will be held at Don Franklin Chevrolet GMC located at 57 W Steve Wariner Dr in Russell Springs, on Monday, Nov. 23, 2026 from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. on the KBC Bloodmobile. 

Blood donation is vital for many healthcare treatments and procedures, including the fight against cancer, traumas, surgeries, premature births, organ transplants, diseases like sickle cell disease, anemia and so much more. The generosity of Kentuckians is critical for KBC to supply more than 70 local hospitals, especially during the winter season when blood collection can be disrupted by weather cancellations and illnesses.

On average, one in four people will need a blood transfusion in their lifetime.

Blood donors must be at least 17 years old (16 with parental consent), weigh at least 110 pounds, be in general good health, show a photo I.D. and meet additional requirements. Sixteen-year-old donors must have a signed parental permission slip, which can be found at kybloodcenter.org.

Appointments are preferred but walk-ins are welcome. To schedule a donation, visit kybloodcenter.org or call 800.775.2522.

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