Five-day blood drive motivates rival fan bases to strengthen the blood supply
LEXINGTON, Ky. – Giving blood to Kentucky Blood Center saves local lives throughout the year, but Kentucky fans who donate during Big Blue Crush have extra incentive: a chance to beat rival Tennessee.
The 38th annual Big Blue Crush is Nov. 17–21, and your community will play a significant role in the competition with an upcoming blood drive. The weeklong blood battle pits KBC vs. MEDIC Regional Blood Center in Tennessee to see which fan base can collect the most blood.
The winner gets bragging rights and a trophy, but more importantly, the motivated fanbases provide the blood supply with a critical boost for the Thanksgiving holiday.
The Big Blue Crush shirt, a collector’s item for many donors, is a heathered white long-sleeve with a retro logo. All donors who give blood at this upcoming drive will receive one (while supplies last).
Adair County Community
Wednesday, Nov. 19 from 10:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. CST
Columbia Church of Christ
Fellowship Hall
501 Jamestown St
Columbia, KY 42728
Please note: Online appointments and reminders (emails and texts) are shown and made in EST. For example, if you make an appointment online for 2 p.m., please arrive at the blood drive at 1 p.m.
Kentucky leads the friendly competition with MEDIC 22-14-1, including three straight victories and wins in 13 of the last 15 years.
Blood donors must be at least 17 years old (16 with parental consent), weigh at least 110 pounds, be in general good health, show a photo I.D. and meet additional requirements. Sixteen-year-old donors must have a signed parental permission slip, which can be found at kybloodcenter.org. Appointments are preferred but walk-ins are welcome. To schedule a donation, visitkybloodcenter.org or call 800.775.2522.
About Kentucky Blood Center
KBC, the largest independent, full-service, nonprofit blood center in Kentucky, has been saving local lives since 1968. Licensed by the FDA, KBC’s sole purpose is to collect, process and distribute blood for patients in Kentucky. KBC provides services in 90 Kentucky counties and has donor centers in Lexington, Louisville, Frankfort, Pikeville, Somerset and the Tri-County area (Corbin).
