Divine Savior Healthcare will sponsor a community blood drive to benefit patients on Friday, Sept. 28.

Divine Savior and BloodCenter of Wisconsin encourage Portage-area residents to keep blood donation on their to-do list as the fall season approaches. Autumn in Wisconsin is a time for communities to come together -- we cheer for our favorite football teams, return to school and enjoy the changing colors together. Why not celebrate your community in another special way?

By donating blood through BloodCenter of Wisconsin, you're giving a priceless gift to local children and adults who are seriously injured, facing surgery or undergoing cancer treatment. Blood donated at this drive blood drive will help patients at Divine Savior Healthcare. All blood types are needed!

Divine Savior Healthcare Blood Drive
Friday, Sept. 28 from 12-5 p.m.
Divine Savior Healthcare, Suite 100 (2817 New Pinery Rd., Portage - use our Northeast entrance)
Call (608) 745-6405 to schedule an appointment; Walk-ins welcome!

The availability of blood could be a matter of life or death. With just one donation and one hour of time, you have the potential to save up to three lives. Anyone who is at least 17 years old, weighs a minimum of 110 pounds and is in generally good health can donate blood. Donors should bring a photo ID.

If you have questions about the blood donation process or BloodCenter of Wisconsin, visit www.bloodcenter.org or call 1-877-BE-A-HERO.