April Blood Drive In Burnsville Could Save Up To 69 Lives

BURNSVILLE, MN — Firefly Credit Union partnered with Memorial Blood Centers (MBC) to host its semi-annual blood drive Tuesday, April 25, 2017. Donors taking part in Firefly’s latest drive, including many consistent donators, helped to collect 23 units of blood, which has the potential to save up to 69 lives in the community, according to a news release.

“Firefly employees continually help to make a different in the community they work in,” said Firefly Credit Union President/CEO Bill Raker in a statement. “The dedication they have to supporting others, though blood drives and other volunteerism, is just one of the things that makes Firefly such a unique, inviting organization to be a part of­.”

Firefly will host its next blood drive this coming October. Fun fact: According to Memorial Blood Centers, if you began donating blood at age 16 and consistently made donations approximately every three months until you reach age 76, you will donate 30 gallons of blood over a lifetime.

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