For immediate release:
January 8, 2025
MEDIA CONTACT:
Julie Peachey
(650) 353-1379
media@stanfordbloodcenter.org
January 8, 2025
MEDIA CONTACT:
Julie Peachey
(650) 353-1379
media@stanfordbloodcenter.org
On Saturday, January 11, 2025, Stanford Blood Center (SBC) will partner with the San Jose Sharks to host their annual “Save a Life” blood drive at the SAP Center at San Jose. This beloved event has become a staple of the Sharks community, with hundreds of fans and donors coming together each year to support the lifesaving mission of SBC.
The holiday season often brings a significant dip in blood donations due to travel, seasonal illnesses, and busy schedules, which makes January an especially critical time to replenish the blood supply. This drive is an example of what can be achieved when a community unites for a common goal. “We’re honored to team up with the Sharks again for our annual blood drive,” said Elisa Manzanares, SBC account manager. “This popular event offers fans a chance to combine their passion for hockey with the opportunity to make a lifesaving impact. Every blood donation helps patients in need, and we’re so grateful for the Sharks’ continued support in bringing the community together to save lives.”
As a special thank-you, donors will be entered to win exciting prizes:
1. Lots of Winners
• 96 donors will win a pair of tickets to the Tuesday, February 4, 2025, San Jose Sharks vs. Montreal Canadiens game.
2. Grand Prizes
• Five lucky donors will win tickets to a Penthouse Suite for the February 4 game:
• Four sets of four tickets
• One set of two tickets
3. Each donor will receive an exclusive Stanford Blood Center/Warriors sweatshirt, as pictured here.
The holiday season often brings a significant dip in blood donations due to travel, seasonal illnesses, and busy schedules, which makes January an especially critical time to replenish the blood supply. This drive is an example of what can be achieved when a community unites for a common goal. “We’re honored to team up with the Sharks again for our annual blood drive,” said Elisa Manzanares, SBC account manager. “This popular event offers fans a chance to combine their passion for hockey with the opportunity to make a lifesaving impact. Every blood donation helps patients in need, and we’re so grateful for the Sharks’ continued support in bringing the community together to save lives.”
As a special thank-you, donors will be entered to win exciting prizes:
1. Lots of Winners
• 96 donors will win a pair of tickets to the Tuesday, February 4, 2025, San Jose Sharks vs. Montreal Canadiens game.
2. Grand Prizes
• Five lucky donors will win tickets to a Penthouse Suite for the February 4 game:
• Four sets of four tickets
• One set of two tickets
3. Each donor will receive an exclusive Stanford Blood Center/Warriors sweatshirt, as pictured here.
The “Save a Life” blood drive is a perfect opportunity to give back and make a difference in your community while also enjoying exclusive Sharks-themed rewards.
Appointments for the Sharks drive can be scheduled online at stanfordbloodcenter.org/sharks, via the SBC app, or by calling 888-723-7831 or texting to 999-777. Donors should be in good health with no cold, flu, or COVID-19 symptoms. Be sure to eat well prior to donation, drink fluids, and bring a photo ID. Donors must be at least 17 years of age (or 16 with a parent or guardian’s consent). Eligibility information can be found at stanfordbloodcenter.org/eligibility or by calling 888-723-7831.
About Stanford Blood Center
Stanford Blood Center (SBC) is an independent, community blood center that supplies blood products and testing services to multiple Bay Area hospitals and is a recognized leader in the fields of transfusion and transplantation medicine. SBC was created at the Stanford University School of Medicine in 1978 to meet the complex transfusion and transplant needs of Stanford Health Care and Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital Stanford, as well as provide clinical trial services and specialized blood products for researchers. Today, the center remains locally focused, serving community hospitals, patients and donors, while contributing to research and advancement that impact the world at large. More information is available at stanfordbloodcenter.org.
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Stanford Blood Center (SBC) is an independent, community blood center that supplies blood products and testing services to multiple Bay Area hospitals and is a recognized leader in the fields of transfusion and transplantation medicine. SBC was created at the Stanford University School of Medicine in 1978 to meet the complex transfusion and transplant needs of Stanford Health Care and Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital Stanford, as well as provide clinical trial services and specialized blood products for researchers. Today, the center remains locally focused, serving community hospitals, patients and donors, while contributing to research and advancement that impact the world at large. More information is available at stanfordbloodcenter.org.
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