(Oklahoma City) Oklahoma Blood Institute is kickstarting summer fun for local donors with a boat and grill giveaway, a promotion aimed at bolstering lagging donations during a time when donations are typically low.
Donors who give blood in May will be entered for a chance to win a brand-new Ranger RT178 bass boat. In addition, one lucky donor each week will win a brand-new Traeger grill.
"Summer traditionally challenges our ability to collect blood products, as many are vacationing and outside of their normal routines," said Dr. John Armitage, President and CEO of Oklahoma Blood Institute. "We're excited to add this promotion to reward those who make their summer a lifesaving one by donating blood for those in need."
Donations remain at lower-than-desired levels, which challenges Oklahoma Blood Institute's ability to maintain a strong and healthy blood supply. Oklahoma Blood Institute provides more than 90% of the blood supply to the state.
Donors who give during this promotion will also receive their choice of tickets to summer partners: one ticket to Science Museum Oklahoma, one ticket to Frontier City or two tickets to Safari Joe's H2O Water Park.
Blood donation takes about an hour and can save the lives of up to three local patients. Donors can make their appointment to give at obi.org or by calling 877-340-8777.