One Eastside man reached an incredible milestone Friday morning by donating his 100th gallon of blood. Although this donation was routine for him, he didn’t know a surprise was in store.
David Strong has donated blood for the last 25 years. His fear of needles didn’t stop him from donating blood to his friend who was in need.
“I just thought, you know, if other people can be donating blood for my friend,” Strong said. “I can be doing the same thing.”
Jacqueline Aguilar | KGUN 9 He’s donated over 800 units by reaching his 100th gallon, saving hundreds of lives. To put Strong’s donations into perspective, one blood donation is one pint and there are eight pints in one gallon.
KGUN 9 Graphics Strong began donating whole blood in the late 90s and has donated platelets and plasma since 2003.
“I believe God’s given me a big supply of blood to share with those that need it,” said Strong.
His wife Judy, planned the surprise for his big achievement today with the help of local Red Cross staff and volunteers.