These could be yours if you donate blood. (File photo/Times of San Diego)
The San Diego Blood Bank and Girl Scouts San Diego are teaming up for the second consecutive year, offering donors who give blood at a San Diego Blood Bank donor center or mobile blood drive a free box of Thin Mints while supplies last, it was announced Monday.
According to the blood bank, 40 Girl Scout troops across San Diego and Imperial counties hosted community blood drives from October to January, collecting more than 750 pints of blood for hospital patients throughout Southern California.
“Blood donations are critically needed year-round, and partnerships like this help us thank our donors while raising awareness about the ongoing need,” said San Diego Blood Bank chief executive Douglas Morton. “We’re excited to once again team up with Girl Scouts of San Diego to make giving back even more rewarding.”
The sweet incentive is intended to “inspire both first-time and returning donors to help ensure a safe and reliable blood supply for local hospitals and patients,” a statement from the organizations read.
“For generations, Girl Scouts have stepped up to serve our communities,” said Carol Dedrich, chief executive officer of Girl Scouts San Diego.
“Partnering with San Diego Blood Bank during the Girl Scout Cookie Program season allows us to shine a light on two missions rooted in service — encouraging lifesaving blood donations while showcasing the leadership, confidence, and compassion Girl Scouts develop through these experiences of hosting blood drives back in December and January and running their own cookie business now through March 8.”
Eligible donors must be at least 17 years old, weigh at least 110 pounds and be in general good health.
Appointments are encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome. To find a donor center or mobile blood drive and schedule an appointment, visit sandiegobloodbank.org.
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