Donate Blood, Get An Amazon Gift Card: Drives Near Lake Forest

LAKE FOREST, CA — Lake Forest residents who donate blood during the month of February will automatically receive a $10 Amazon gift card, the American Red Cross said in a statement.

In addition, residents who donate blood during February will be entered to win a trip for two to Clearwater Beach, Florida.

"As the American Red Cross continues to monitor seasonal challenges that could impact the blood supply, donors are urged to make and keep appointments to help prevent a shortage in the weeks to come," an American Red Cross statement said.

Donors of all blood types — especially type O blood donors — and platelet donors are being requested by the American Red Cross.

In Lake Forest, residents can schedule to make an appointment to donate blood here.

The American Red Cross will host blood drives at the following locations this February:

• Feb. 7, 2023: 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Alcon, 20511 Lake Forest Drive.
• Feb. 9, 2023: noon to 6 p.m., Lake Forest Sports Park & Recreation Center, 28000 Rancho Parkway.
• Feb. 8, 2023: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Antis Roofing, 2649 Campus Dr.