Blood Drive
Share a Pint, Save a Life!
The Association of Zoos and Aquariums and the Versiti Blood Center are teaming up and hosting a blood drive during the 2023 Annual Conference. Donation time slots are available on September 12th and 13th in the Greater Columbus Convention Center Exhibit Hall. Donate and receive a legendary Versiti bottle koozie while supplies last.
Scan the QR code or call (614) 347-4949 to schedule your appointment. Walk-ins are welcome but appointments are preferred.
| Tuesday, September 12 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
Wednesday, September 13 1:30 PM - 6:00 PM |
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Fun Facts
- Just one blood donation can save up to 3 lives.
- The average adult body contains 10 pints of blood
- Donating blood burns 650 calories.
- Diversity Matters - Blood is full of antigens; the antigens within blood is often very similar within ethnic groups. Antigens in donated blood need to closely match the antigens within the transfusion patient.
- More than 75 percent of all Americans reaching age 72 will need donated blood within their lifetime; 97 percent will have a loved one who will need blood.
- The process for whole blood donation usually takes about one hour. The blood collection itself is usually about 10 minutes.
- About 37 out of every 100 Americans are eligible to donate blood – but only 3 to 4 people donate each year.
More Information
Visit the Versiti Blood Donation FAQs webpage to learn more about blood donation, eligibility, and safety.