The American Red Cross continues to report a blood supply shortage and encourage donors to make an appointment at upcoming blood drive events.

July blood drives in the Icon readership areas include:

Tuesday, July 18, 2023, 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
First United Methodist Church
116 Church Street, Bluffton, OH 45817

Monday, July 31, 2023, 11:30 a..m.-5:30 p.m.
Visiting Nurses & Hospice
1200 S. Main St., Ada, OH 45810

To schedule an appointment to donate, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

The Red Cross is offering several incentives to donors who come out to give blood or platelets in the coming weeks.

July 12-Aug 12: Those who come to give will be automatically entered for a chance to win a three-night New York getaway for two with a private shark dive adventure at Long Island Aquarium. Details are available at RedCrossBlood.org/Shark/

July 17-31: Presenting donors will receive an officially licensed Shark Week T-shirt, while supplies last. Donors will also be automatically entered for a chance to win a three-night New York getaway for two with a private shark dive adventure at Long Island Aquarium. Details are available at RedCrossBlood.org/Shark/