American Red Cross Seeks Blood Donations Offering Amazon Gift Cards Amid Shortage

The American Red Cross is actively encouraging blood donations this fall, with a special incentive of a $10 Amazon.com Gift Card for donors who give between late September and mid-October. There is a particular need for blood types O-positive and B-negative to support patients such as accident victims and those with sickle cell disease or cancer. Multiple donation events are scheduled across Indiana and other regions, and donors can make appointments online, via phone, or through the Red Cross Blood Donor App. The Red Cross provides about 40% of the nation's blood supply, highlighting the critical importance of maintaining donations year-round. Amazon has been a longstanding partner of the American Red Cross, contributing millions in support, including disaster relief and employee blood donations. Donors must meet basic health and age requirements and can use the RapidPass feature to streamline the donation process.