Palatine American Legion holds blood drive

Palatine American Legion Post 690 is holding a blood drive to help offset an emergency shortage of blood in conjunction with Vitalant Blood Donation on February 4th from 9:00 AM until 2:00 PM at the American Legion 122 West Palatine Road in Palatine.

The Legion will be conducting the blood drive upstairs in their banquet room. “Appointments are recommended, but not mandatory. You can make an appointment at Vitalant.org using the code 10053458,” said Eileen McKevitt, Project Chair. “Bring your ID with you to your appointment and make sure you eat and hydrate before you arrive.”

The American Legion was chartered and incorporated by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic veteran’s organization devoted to mutual helpfulness. It is the nation’s largest veteran’s service organization, committed to mentoring and sponsorship of youth programs in our communities, advocating patriotism and honor, promoting a strong national security, and continued devotion to our fellow service members and veterans.

The Palatine Chapter holds their monthly general meeting on the first Thursday of the month at 7:30 PM at the American Legion Hall on Palatine Road in Palatine. For further information on the American Legion, any of their sponsored events or for membership write to the American Legion, 122 West Palatine Road, Palatine, IL 60067, call them at 847-359-1606, email them at palatinepost690@gmail.com or visit alpost690.us.