MINNEAPOLIS — STORY UPDATE: More than 430 lives will be impacted by the turnout at the Health Fair 11 Spring Blood Drive held March 8 at the Minneapolis Marriott West Hotel.
Staff with Memorial Blood Centers collected 144 units of blood. Each unit can be used in the medical care for three people. This was the highest total for a March drive since 2015.
The Health Fair 11 Spring Blood Drive was made possible with support from KARE 11, UCare, and the Minneapolis Marriott West hotel.
The Health Fair 11 Summer Blood drive is scheduled for Thursday, July 21, 2022. Anyone interested in donating blood before them should check out www.mbc.org.
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Donation times can now be reserved for the Health Fair 11 Spring Blood Drive. The event takes place on Tuesday, March 8th. The Health Fair 11 drive is normally held at KARE 11 TV studios, but due to the ongoing pandemic, will be held at the Minneapolis Marriott West hotel, 9960 Wayzata Boulevard in St. Louis Park. The hotel, located near KARE 11 studios, is north of I-394 and west of Highway 169. The Marriott location ensures safe social distancing in an inviting environment.
Staff with Memorial Blood Centers will be on site from 1:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Donation times can now be reserved (use this link.)
Appointments are preferred because it helps ensure attendance management and proper social distancing. Walk-in donors will be accepted as space allows.
The donation process will go smoother and faster if donors fill out the health history questionnaire online prior to arrival. The questionnaire must be completed on the day of the donation. Learn more about the iDonate process here. If donors have questions about their eligibility to donate blood or the collection process, click here.
Blood drive details
What: Health Fair 11 Spring Blood Drive with Memorial Blood Centers
When: March 8 | 1:00-7:00pm
Where: Minneapolis Marriot West hotel, 9960 Wayzata Blvd, St Louis Park, MN 55426
Sponsors: KARE 11, Memorial Blood Center, Minneapolis Marriott West
Why?: Because your blood is needed to save lives.
Everyone who shows up to donate will be will receive a limited-edition Memorial Blood Center long-sleeve shirt. In addition, Memorial Blood Centers will make a donation to area food banks for each unit collected.
The Health Fair 11 Spring Blood Drive is coordinated by Health Fair 11, a nonprofit organization that operates with support from KARE 11. Health Fair 11 is currently seeking additional sponsorship support. Email healthfair@kare11.com for information.