Give the Gift of Life, Please

Donating blood is essential to help meet the daily demand of 63 hospitals in 43 counties throughout South Texas. The Victoria Advocate reports with each contribution, it is possible to save the lives of three patients. KIXS 108 asks you to give the gift of life and donate blood at the following blood drives:

Victoria

Victoria County Offices

115 N. Bridge St.

8 a.m.-noon Aug. 16

Texas Vocational School

1921 E. Red River St.

8-11:15 a.m. Aug. 21

Southern Flow Zedi

5291 Hanselman Road

8-10:30 a.m Aug. 23

Victoria Mall

7802 N. Navarro St.

12:30-5:30 p.m. Aug. 24

Halliburton

101 Holt Road

9 a.m.-2 p.m. Aug. 29

Victoria College

2200 E. Red River St.

9 a.m.-4 p.m. Aug. 29

Follow the blood bank on social media by searching for "Connect for Life" on Facebook and on Twitter.

Donors must present identification. Anyone who is 16 years old, weighing 120 pounds (with parental consent form), or at least 17 years old weighing 110 pounds and in good general health may donate blood. All donors receive refreshments, a mini-physical and are encouraged to eat before and after donation.

Learn more about blood donation at southtexasblood.org or call 800-292-5534