DES MOINES, Iowa Giving blood is safe, simple and saves lives. Just one blood donation can help save the lives of up to three hospital patients in our community. Blood donors are needed throughout the year, and especially during the summer months, to help ensure life-saving blood products are on the shelf for cancer patients, newborn babies, trauma and accident patients, surgery patients, and so many more.

To reward and recognize blood donors for making a vital contribution to their community, donors will receive points for their donation that they can redeem at the LifeServe Online Store for great gift items, including the 2014 Summer Superhero t-shirt.

Help boost the blood supply by giving blood at an upcoming blood drive.

Conrad/Beaman Communities Blood Drive, Wednesday, August 20, 2014 from 2:00 PM – 5:30 PM at First Presbyterian Church, 101 S. Church Street.

Grundy County Blood Drive, Thursday, August 21, 2014 from 12:30 PM – 6:00 PM at Grundy Center Community Center, 705 F Avenue.

Sign up to save a life today! Schedule a blood donation appointment online at lifeservebloodcenter.org or call 800.287.4903.