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DYSART – LifeServe Blood Center is participating in The We Give Blood campaign, the first of its kind nationally. To address the greatest need for blood in a generation, Abbott, a global leader in blood testing, and the Big Ten Conference are teaming up to host the first college conference-wide blood donation competition.

Students, fans, and alumni of any of the 18 member schools are encouraged to visit a LifeServe Blood Center donor center or mobile blood drive to donate blood now until December 6, 2024. When they do, they are encouraged to submit their donation and vote for their favorite school by visiting BigTen.Org/Abbott. The winning school will receive a $1million donation for the college to use to advance student or community health.

Participants will receive a free one-month subscription to B1G+ streaming service and be entered to win two tickets and a trip to the Big Ten Football Championship Game. To be a part of this exciting opportunity, schedule an appointment at one of LifeServe Blood Center’s community mobile blood drives near you, by calling 800.287.4903 or visiting lifeservebloodcenter.org.

Upcoming local community mobile blood drives

*Tuesday, Nov. 12: Dysart Lions Club at Dysart Community Building (418 Main Street) from 1-6:30 p.m.

*Wednesday, Nov. 27: Tama & Toledo communities at Tama Civic Center (305 Siegel Street, Tama) from 2-6 p.m.