Pioneer Electric Sponsors Community Blood Drive

Greenville, AL, May 24, 2010

For Immediate Release:  DONORS “CRUISE INTO SUMMER” BY DONATING BLOOD WITH THE AMERICAN RED CROSS & PIONEER ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE

Greenville, AL, May 18, 2010:   The summer season is always the most relaxing and fun – sun, sand and plenty of smiles. What many don’t realize is that during the busy summer season, blood donations often decline due to vacation and summer activities, while the need for blood remains constant. The American Red Cross and Pioneer Electric Cooperative are both asking donors to “Cruise Into Summer” by donating blood or platelets.

The American Red Cross Bloodmobile will be on site at Pioneer Electric’s Greenville office located at 300 Herbert Street on Tuesday, June 1st from 11 a.m.- 3 p.m.  Each donor is automatically entered into a drawing for the chance to win a cruise for two, plus they will get a Robert Trent Jones coupon for a free round of golf or a free t-shirt.

“Our goal is to collect 17 units of blood which means we need about 22-25 people sign up and donate blood to meet our goal,” said Angela Green, Communications Specialist for Pioneer Electric. “The good thing about this blood drive is that the American Red Cross supplies blood to LV Stabler Hospital and UAB Hospital in Birmingham, where many of our local residents go for services.”

By donating early in the season, blood donors can donate two or more times during the summer months, helping ensure blood is available for patients throughout this critical time.  Blood can be safely donated every 56 days. Most healthy people age 17 and older, or 16 with parental     consent, who weigh at least 110 pounds, are eligible to donate blood and platelets.

No appointment is needed, however donors can make an appointment by calling Angela Green at 334-382-4904.