CHIP IN BY GIVING BLOOD

Each day this week a donor will win a golf foursome with cart at

Lake Shore Country Club

 ERIE, PA –The Community Blood Bank has again teamed up with the Lake Shore Country Club for a terrific week long promotion to get a strong start for the Memorial Day weekend. One donor each day that comes into 26^th & Peach can enter to win 18 holes of golf for four plus a cart to Lake Shore Country Club’s championship course and one lucky donor this week will win a golf foursome and Sunday brunch for four to the Grill Room which overlooks Lake Erie and plus a $100 gift card the Erie Sport Store.

 This week starts the first of 20 weeks straight where the Community Blood Bank will be holding a promotion to ensure a safe blood supply this summer.

 Memorial Day Weekend is traditionally one of the three worst weekends of the year for blood usage (lots of travel & activities) and it kicks off the unofficial blood shortage season so going in with the blood supply at high levels will really make a difference for local patients.

 “Summer is here and everyone wants to get out on the links,” Said Dan Desrochers, Director of Marketing at the blood bank; “And Lake Shore Country Club’s generosity will help get them there.”

 In Erie at 2646 Peach Street open Mon- Fri 8 a.m.—6p.m.And Sat 9a.m.-12:30p.m.

20 WEEKS OF PROMOTIONS BEGIN MONDAY TO CARRY THE BLOOD SUPPLY THROUGH THE SUMMER.

Blood bank’s 20 weeks of summer starts Monday

Gas cards, a big trip, Steelers tickets and lots of food from local businesses to entice people to give.

ERIE, PA – The Community Blood Bank has made plans that should hopefully keep the blood supply this summer. Summer is the hardest time of the year for the blood supply: usage goes up with travel and summer activities but donations fall with students out of school and vacations.

20 weeks end at the beginning of October when the regular schedule resumes. The CBB will give away thousands of dollars in donated gifts to donors. For June, July, August and September there will be large month-long promotions for donors across the 10 counties supplied. In Erie there will be special weekly promotions to get donors to come in at 26^th and Peach Street to give.

 “We did great last summer and are planning a repeat,” Said Dan Desrochers, Director of Marketing at the blood bank, “We hope to keep the supply at 100% all summer long.”

 The Community Blood Bank at 26^th and Peach is open from 8a.m. to 6p.m. Monday through Friday and Saturday 9a.m.—12:30 p.m.  Photo ID required.

 The Community Blood Bank of Northwest Pennsylvania and Western New York is licensed by the FDA and holds permits from the New York Department of Health and the Pennsylvania Department of Health and has been saving lives since 1966. It is accredited by the AABB and CLIA and is a member of America’s Blood Centers.

GOLFERS: MAKE YOUR ‘BEST DRIVE’ THIS SEASON TO THE COMMUNITY BLOOD BANK.

 First 75 donors Wednesday get a

$10 gift card to the Erie Sport Store

 1 donor this week will win a ‘Cleveland Classic’ driver worth $300

ERIE, PA – A lot of blood donors are golfers and they’ll make their ‘Best Drive’ of the season this Wednesday April 24^th 2013 to the Community Blood Bank to get ready for a great season on the links. The first 75 donors Wednesday at the Community Blood Bank will receive a $10 gift card generously donated by the Erie Sport Store and one lucky donor this week will win a ‘Cleveland Classic’ driver valued at $300 also from the Erie Sport Store.

The Breakfast Place has also stepped up to provide breakfast (instead of the normal lunch) on Wednesday from 11-1pm as well.

The Community Blood Bank will begin gearing up for summer, the hardest time of the year for the blood supply, so these promotions will become much more frequent.

“The weather is getting nice and to get ready for it what better way than with the Erie Sport Store?” Said Dan Desrochers, Director of Marketing at the blood bank, “We’re just starting to prepare for summer so come early!”

 The Community Blood Bank at 26^th and Peach is open from 8a.m. to 6p.m. Monday through Friday and Saturday 9a.m.—12:30 p.m.  Photo ID required.

 The Community Blood Bank of Western New York is licensed by the FDA and holds permits from the New York Department of Health and the Pennsylvania Department of Health and has been saving lives since 1966. It is accredited by the AABB and CLIA and is a member of America’s Blood Centers.

46th annual Donor Dinner Thursday April 18th 2013 at the Bel-Aire in Erie PA

46^th Annual donor dinner

 314 local blood donors to be honored Thursday, April 18

 ERIE, PA – Simply the Best- It is the best way to describe the calendar year 2012 for the Community Blood Bank of NWPA & WNY (CBB) and it will be the theme for its 46^th Annual Donor Dinner this Thursday night.

 Not once, in a twelve-month period, did CBB encounter a blood shortage.  The weekly goal of recruiting, on average, 800 donors was shattered due to the hard work of CBB’s Recruitment Department.   As a result, CBB was able to export blood and blood products to other blood centers around the country that were in need.

 CBB is attributing some of its success to changes within its marketing plan, which included several major promotions that helped to bring in extra donors.  However, the majority of the credit goes to the loyal donors who selflessly come in time after time to give blood.

 Photo Op: On April 18, CBB will be holding its 46^th Annual Donor Dinner at the Bel-Aire Clarion Hotel, located at 2800 West 8^th Street, Erie, 6:30p.m.  CBB will be recognizing local blood donors for their milestone donations in their lifetime, with the highest award to be presented at 105 gallons!  Star 104’s Jessica Curry and Craig Warvel are the speakers for the evening’s event with Warvel receiving his 10-gallon whole blood donor award. Mazza Vineyards has donated sparkling wine for the evening’s ‘Champagne Toast’ and the party favors are printed wine glasses for attendees.

“It’s an achievement that should be celebrated,” says Dan Desrochers, director of marketing at CBB.  “Not only are do are we celebrating how great of a year 2012 was, but we will also be honoring the dedication of 314 local blood donors for their milestone donations!”

WEAR THE GREEN & GIVE THE RED!

 First 75 donors Friday get a pot o’ shamrocks!

 ERIE, PA – The Community Blood Bank is hoping people will share their luck of the Irish before Saint Patrick’s Day by giving blood. This Friday March 15th the first 75 donors who come to the blood bank will receive a pot of shamrocks generously donated by Joel’s Flower Shoppe. The Community Blood Bank is worried that local hospitals will need extra red this holiday weekend with all of the festivities so they are hoping for a few extra donors Friday to get through it.

 Make a difference for this Saint Patrick’s Day by wearing the GREEN and giving the RED.

 “Give blood before this St. Patrick’s and share your luck!”  Said Dan Desrochers, Director of Marketing at the blood bank; “These shamrocks are a great promotion; and I promise whoever gets your blood will feel lucky too!”

 All donors are strongly encouraged to donate at the Community Blood Bank, 2646 Peach Street.  Community Blood Bank is open from 8a.m. 6p.m. Monday through Friday and Saturday 9a.m.—12:30 p.m.  Photo ID required.

Madden 2013 Charity Tournament Saturday Feb 23rd at Play’n Trade

Madden 2013 Challenge to benefit Community Blood Bank. This Saturday February 23rd at 1pm at both locations of Play ‘n Trade, for $5 you can play to prove you’re the best on the virtual grid iron. Our special thanks to Papa John’s and to Play ‘n Trade for their generous support!

 

 

SUPER SUNDAY PROMOTION: FOOTBALL FOOD EDITION:

First 75 donors Wednesday get a $10 gift cert. to Steel City

  1 donor this week will win an Xbox360 & a copy of Madden 2013 from Play ‘n Trade + a $100 Steel City gift certificate

ERIE, PA – Super Sunday is almost here and the Community Blood Bank has teamed up with Steel City to make sure donors get the ‘football food’ they’ll need for the big game. The first 75 donors Wednesday will each receive a $10 gift certificate to Steel City and they’ll be bringing food from 11-1pm.

One lucky donor this week will win a $100 Steel City Gift certificate as part of the Super Sunday promotion which includes and Xbox360 & a copy of Madden 2013 donated by Play ‘n Trade.

The blood bank is still struggling with last week’s blood shortage and extra donors are needed and with all eyes on New Orleans this Super Sunday promotion is perfect this week.

 “The best part of the game is the food,” Said Dan Desrochers, Director of Marketing at the blood bank, “and where better to go for your Super Sunday food than Steel City?”

 The Community Blood Bank of NW PA & WNY is licensed by the FDA and holds permits from the New York Department of Health and the Pennsylvania Department of Health and has been saving lives since 1966. It is accredited by the AABB and CLIA and is a member of America’s Blood Centers.

 

SUPER SUNDAY PROMOTION: WIN AN XBOX 360 THIS WEEK!

1 donor will win an Xbox360 & a copy of Madden 2013 from Play N Trade + a $100 Steel City gift certificate this week

ERIE, PA – Super Sunday is coming and besides watching the big game you can play it with Madden 2013 and your new Xbox360! The Community Blood Bank has teamed up with Play ‘n Trade, Erie’s ultimate gaming destination to bring you the best NFL action; the kind you control yourself.

Steel City has also stepped up to provide ‘football food’ for the big winner in the form of a $100 Steel City Gift certificate.

The blood bank is still recovering slowly from last week’s blood shortage and extra donors are needed and with all eyes on New Oleans this Super promotion is perfect.

 “Who wouldn’t want this amazing prize pack??”  Said Dan Desrochers, Director of Marketing at the blood bank, “We are so grateful Play ‘n Trades support and Steel City’s too.”

 The Community Blood Bank at 26^th and Peach is open from 8a.m. 6p.m. Monday through Friday and Saturday 9a.m.—12:30 p.m.  Photo ID required.

 The Community Blood Bank of Western New York is licensed by the FDA and holds permits from the New York Department of Health and the Pennsylvania Department of Health and has been saving lives since 1966. It is accredited by the AABB and CLIA and is a member of America’s Blood Centers.

BLOOD SHORTAGE CONTINUES

weather continues to cause problems

new concerns for the weekend

ERIE, PA –The blood shortage that began last weekend continues as the weather affects the number of people who come to donate.  The bitter cold and treacherous driving conditions have caused numerous donors to delay donating, just when they are needed most.

There are barely enough donors coming in to meet current needs, but certainly not enough to replenish the supply back to safe levels or to cover for the weekend, when very few people donate but when hospitals typically need a lot of blood. Everyone is urged to come and give blood before the weekend if possible, although they’ll still be needed next week.

“I know it’s cold, but giving blood gives you a warm feeling inside,” said Dan Desrochers, Director of Marketing at the Community Blood Bank. “We’ll treat you right once you get here!”

The Community Blood Bank is located at 26^th and Peach and is open Monday to Friday 8am to 6pm and Saturday from 9am to 12:30pm. No appointment is needed to save a life.

CRITICAL BLOOD SHORTAGE

 

O neg (emergency blood type) EXTREMELY LOW

SUPPLIES DROPPED SUDDENLY, WEATHER NOW A FACTOR

 ERIE, PA – A variety of factors have contributed to this sudden, critical blood shortage. Much heavier than expected blood usage, fewer donors due to the holiday, more donors with the flu, and now the weather have all conspired to create the first blood shortage for the Community Blood Bank in over a year and it’s a big one.

 Based on what the hospitals are asking for and for the projected numbers of donors at upcoming drives, the blood supply will continue to fall for the rest of the week. Donors are urgently needed to come and give blood as soon as they can to help save lives.

 “It’s everything all at once,” said Dan Desrochers, Director of Marketing at the Community Blood Bank. “We just aren’t able to get enough donors to meet the local need.”

 The Community Blood Bank is located at 26^th and Peach and is open Monday to Friday 8am to 6pm and Saturday from 9am to 12:30pm. No appointment is needed to save a life.