Raceway to host blood drive
Another tradition returns to Darlington Raceway, for the first time since 2015, as the track will partner with the South Carolina Blood Services Region of the American Red Cross to host a Blood Drive May 21 from 2-7 p.m.
From 2005-15, the track hosted an annual blood drive event, which experienced success by collecting thousands of units of blood.
Each donated unit can potentially save the lives of up to three recipients.
“This is a community event we hosted for 10 years and we are pleased to bring it back in 2019,” Darlington Raceway President Kerry Tharp said. “It’s an important initiative for our track and the American Red Cross is a tremendous community partner. We hope donors will come out and donate blood to support this event. Blood donations help patients who undergo surgeries, have chronic illness, traumatic injuries or cancer treatment.”
For each donation, fans will receive: A behind-the-scenes look at the Lady in Black, including access to the Walk of Champions; the opportunity to take a pace car ride around the Darlington oval; free admission to the track’s museum, which can be redeemed up to a week after the blood drive; a $5 Amazon gift card (gift cards will be delivered via e-mail within 14-30 days post-donation.
Donor must have a valid e-mail address on file with the Red Cross). The blood drive is now accepting appointments.
To reserve your donation time, go to www.redcrossblood.org, click on the Make an Appointment link and enter the sponsor code: DARLINGTONRACEWAY or call 1-800-REDCROSS. Appointments are encouraged in advance.