MINNEAPOLIS — Local blood centers are calling on Minnesotans to help replenish the region’s critically low blood supply ahead of Labor Day weekend — one of the most difficult times of year for blood collection.
To encourage participation, Memorial Blood Centers (MBC) is launching a limited-time sweepstakes offering donors the chance to win an all-expense-paid vacation for two. Anyone who donates blood between Wednesday, Aug. 27, and Wednesday, Sept. 3, will be automatically entered to win.
The prize includes a $1,500 gift card and a choice of one of five vacation experiences:
- La Costa Golf Escape in San Diego, California
- Farmhouse Luxury in Napa Vineyards, Napa, California
- Grand Canyon Starry Nights in Williams, Arizona
- New Orleans Jazz & Dining in New Orleans, Louisiana
- Off-Map Glamping Adventure in South Haven, Michigan
“Labor Day and back-to-school season always bring unique challenges for our blood supply,” said Kathy Geist, vice president at MBC, in a news release. “This campaign is our way of turning that around by inviting both first-time and returning blood donors to roll up their sleeves, save lives, and have the chance to go on a memorable getaway!”…