Save Lives: Take Part In Lake Zurich Blood Drive

Residents are encouraged to stop by the American Legion Hall during Alpine Fest later this month and participate in the Lake Zurich Community-Supported Blood Drive. 

Summer becomes one of the most important times to donate, because contributions are down.

“Times like now, people are on vacation and enjoying the summer weather, and not thinking about donating blood,” said Dale Perrin, executive director, who is heading the blood drive.

Each donation saves three lives, and Perrin said the goal this year is 100 units.

If you can’t make it to Alpine Fest, you can still support the Lake Zurich blood drive.

You can set up an appointment online at www.LZBloodDrive.com or by calling LifeSource at 312-279-2958. Be sure to use the sponsor code LZ32 so your contribution can be counted for the drive.

The Blood Drive will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 23 at the American Legion Hall, 51 Lions Drive. To thank donors, the Lions Club offers five "Alpine Bucks" that can be redeemed for carnival rides, food and drinks during Alpine Fest on July 23.

Proper identification is required to give blood. Acceptable forms include a LifeSource or military ID, driver’s license, or employee badge with picture and full name. 

Birth certificates, along with a photo ID that includes the donor’s full name, also will be accepted.

Sponsoring organizations include the Lake Zurich Fire Rescue Department, the American Legion, Lake Zurich Rotary, Lake Zurich Police Department, Lions Club, Ela Area Public Library, Village of Lake Zurich, Foglia YMCA, St. Francis de Sales Church, Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital, Lake Zurich Area Chamber of Commerce and Northwest Family Church.