(This year, I want to spotlight various charities and causes – at least one a month.)
JANUARY 2009 IS NATIONAL BLOOD DONOR MONTH. You can learn more on the AABB site.
“Blood is traditionally in short supply during the winter months due to the holidays, travel schedules, inclement weather and illness. January, in particular, is a difficult month for blood centers to collect blood donations. A reduction in turnout can put our nation’s blood inventory at a critical low.”
I will be donating blood this month. If you quality (age 17+, weigh at least 110 pounds, etc.) please consider donating also. As a little incentive, I’m going to give one Mom in the City reader who donates blood an iPod shuffle.
To enter, leave your name in the “Comments” section below or by sending an email to contests@mominthecity.com with “Charity” in the Subject line by January 31st. (Please only enter if you donate blood this month. It’s on your honor – I trust you!)
