SANBS #WeAreThePulse Campaign Easter Blood Drive
As part of the pioneering #WeAreThePulse campaign, launched earlier this year, focused on informing and encouraging individuals to save lives through whole blood donation, SANBS is hosting a unique Easter Blood Donation Drive on Saturday, 30 March and throughout the long weekend, and is calling on all eligible South Africans to give 30 minutes of their time to saving countless lives during the Easter season.
The #WeAreThePulse campaign’s mission over the coming months is to heighten awareness around the significance of whole blood donation and motivate individuals to make a tangible difference in someone’s life and be part of the community of #LifeSavers with a single donation able to save up to 3 people.
“It’s been incredibly inspiring to witness the unity and spirit of generosity that the #WeAreThePulse campaign has already sparked. People from all walks of life have come together, driven by a shared purpose: to save lives. From students to professionals, each donor has demonstrated the remarkable impact that one act of kindness can have. As we approach the Easter holidays, we ask South Africans to join hands and donate blood, as blood donations often decrease due to school and work closures over the long weekend.. Yet, the need for blood remains constant,” said Thandi Mosupye, SANBS Senior Manager: Marketing, Communication, and Brand.
Although donation sites will be closed on Good Friday, they will be open throughout the long weekend. SANBS urges all eligible donors to give the gift of life by visiting their nearest blood donation site.
SANBS encourages everyone to join the blood donation movement this Easter and become a #LifeSaver because together, #WeAreThePulse. Follow SANBS on its official social media platforms: Twitter (@theSANBS), Facebook (@SANBS), and Instagram (@thesanbs) to learn more about the Easter Blood Donation Drive and how you can get involved.
Individuals must be between 16 and 75 to donate, weigh more than 50kg, and be healthy. Donors can find their nearest donation site by visiting the Donor Centre map on the SANBS website or by contacting 0800 11 9031.