New River Community and Technical College hosting blood drive on August 29

Beaver, WV (WOAY)- New River Community and Technical College is partnering with the American Red Cross to help meet the constant universal need for blood transfusions. 

The college is hosting a blood drive on Thursday, August 29. 

The event is open to the public and will be held at New River’s Raleigh County campus in Beaver from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. 

The Red Cross reports a current universal blood shortage.  

The organization is offering $20 Amazon gift cards to donors who give blood in August to encourage more donations. 

Donors will receive gift cards via email. 

Anyone wanting to give blood must bring a photo ID, a blood donor card, or two forms of identification to donate. 

You can schedule your appointment in advance and look out for additional blood drives near you at redcrossblood.org