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2007 Press Release Archive

May 15, 2008
Shop and Save Lives this Saturday
Post Oak Mall to Hold Blood Drive
Going shopping this weekend? You can help save lives by participating in a blood drive with Post Oak Mall. More than 10,000 blood donations are needed this year in Brazos Valley.
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May 15, 2008
Commit for Life with St. Joseph Regional Health Center
Hospital to Hold Blood Drive with The Blood Center of Brazos Valley
St. Joseph Regional Health Center is holding a blood drive May 30, and the public is invited to participate and help save lives.
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May 15, 2008
Save Lives this Memorial Day
Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center Observes Special Hours at Seven Neighborhood Donor Centers
Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center is observing special hours on Memorial Day so donors can continue saving lives in our community.
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May 15, 2008
Aggieland: Help Save Lives and Get Movie passes
Saturn Dealer to Hold Blood Drive with The Blood Center of Brazos Valley
Commit for Life with Saturn of Aggieland on May 23. By taking part in the car dealership’s blood drive you’ll save as many as three lives, and you’ll receive two free movie passes.
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May 15, 2008
Join Somerville High in Saving Lives
High School to Hold Blood Drive with The Blood Center of Brazos Valley May 21
Somerville High School plans to end the school year on a high note by saving lives through its blood drive on May 21.
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May 15, 2008
May Blood Drives Bring ‘Diamonds for Donors’
Community Invited to Help Save Lives at Local Blood Drives
Commit for Life in Madisonville and Hilltop Lakes. St. Joseph Health Center and Hilltop Lakes Lions Clubs are each holding blood drives this month, and the public is invited to help save lives.
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May 15, 2008
Save Lives with Chick-Fil-A before Aggie baseball Game This Saturday
Coupon Giveaways to Donors at Blood Drive May 17
Before Saturday’s big game between the Aggies and Longhorns, Aggieland’s new Chick-fil-A is inviting the public to take part in its blood drive and help save lives.
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May 6, 2008
New Gulfgate Neighborhood Donor Center Set To Draw In Diverse Donor Pool
The Blood Center encourages more Hispanics to make the commitment and help save lives
The new Gulfgate Neighborhood Donor center offers East Houston residents convenience and comfort as they make a commitment to saving lives.
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April 23, 2008
Blood Donors Honored At ‘a Gathering Of Heroes’
Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center Recognizes Gold-Level Commit for Life Members
Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center honored approximately 1,500 gold-level Commit for Life blood donors during its “A Gathering of Heroes” events, held April 9 at The Woodlands Waterway Marriott and April 16 at the Edwin B. Hornberger Conference Center.
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April 23, 2008
May Blood Drives Bring ‘Diamonds for Donors’
Madison County Community Invited to Help Save Lives at Local Blood Drives
Commit for Life in Madison County. Many community organizations are holding blood drives this month with The Blood Center of Brazos Valley, and the public is invited to help save lives. More than 10,000 blood donations are needed this year to maintain an adequate blood supply in this community.
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April 23, 2008
Conroe Blood Donor Wins Watches in ‘Diamonds for Donors’ Giveaway
First-Time Donor Among 12 Winners Who Will Receive Watch Sets
When Lone Star College student Erica Beasley donated blood for the first time this April, the satisfaction of saving lives was all she expected in return. After donating, she received a scratch-off ticket that revealed three watches in a row, making her the winner of a pair of Fossil-brand Commit for Life watches from Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center’s Commit for Life store.
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April 23, 2008
May Blood Drives Bring ‘Diamonds for Donors’
Community Invited to Help Save Lives at Local Blood Drives
Commit for Life in Bryan. Many community organizations are holding blood drives this month with The Blood Center of Brazos Valley, and the public is invited to help save lives. More than 10,000 blood donations are needed this year to maintain an adequate blood supply in this community.
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April 23, 2008
Franklin Students Gear up for Life-Saving Event
Community Invited to Franklin High School Blood Drive
Commit for Life with Franklin High School at the school’s community blood drive May 7. More than 10,000 blood donations are needed this year in our region, and individuals who Commit for Life and donate at least once a quarter help maintain an adequate blood supply in Brazos Valley.
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April 23, 2008
Neutral Posture To Hold Blood Drive May 6
Bryan Ergonomics Company Invites Public to Help Save Lives
Neutral Posture, the only woman-owned seating manufacturer in the United States, is holding a blood drive May 6 to help maintain an adequate blood supply for patients in Brazos Valley. More than 10,000 blood donations are needed this year in Brazos Valley.
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April 23, 2008
Commit For Life With Brookshire Brothers
Brookshire Brothers and The Blood Center of Brazos Valley to Hold a Blood Drive
Burleson County donors have an opportunity to Commit for Life with The Blood Center of Brazos Valley. Brookshire Brothers in Caldwell continues its series of blood drives, and the public is invited to participate.
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April 7, 2008
Local Family Seeks Blood Donations For Baby Brandon
Replenishment Blood Drive to Benefit Premature Baby with Life-Threatening Disease
Baby Brandon Brooks is less than four months old, but since doctors diagnosed him with a life-threatening disease, his tiny body has undergone six blood transfusions and countless treatments. On Jan. 30, he was born seven weeks premature to Kingwood parents Mickey and Jimmy Brooks. Because Brandon’s life depends on voluntary blood donations, the public is encouraged to support him at a replenishment blood drive April 30 at Kingwood’s Merry Go Round boutique on Woodland Hills Drive.
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April 7, 2008
Tomball Community Embraces Life-Saving Event
Tomball Regional Hospital Continues Monthly Blood Drives to Maintain Blood Supply for Patients in Need
Tomball Regional Hospital has partnered with the community to keep blood on the shelves for patients through monthly blood drives. The public is encouraged to attend the next drive on April 25 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Through the generosity of voluntary donors in the area, accident victims, premature babies and others have received a second chance at life. More than 900 blood donations are needed every day in our region, and those who Commit for Life and donate at least once a quarter can help maintain an adequate blood supply at all times.
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April 7, 2008
St. Helen's Catholic Church Hosts Life-Saving Event
Pearland Residents Can Save Three Lives in One Hour At Blood Drive
Commit for Life with St. Helen’s Catholic Church on Old Alvin Road. By giving only one hour of their time, individuals in Pearland can save as many as three lives when they donate at the church’s blood drive on April 20. There’s no substitute for blood, and it’s the blood on the shelves that helps keep accident victims, premature babies, cancer patients and others alive.
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April 7, 2008
Fellowship Of The Woodlands Asks Community To Help Save Lives
Church Holds Blood Drive to Supply Area Hospitals with Needed Components
The Fellowship of The Woodlands is holding a blood drive Saturday, April 19, to help patients in local hospitals receive the blood their lives depend on. The public is encouraged to attend and save as many as three lives with one donation. More than 900 blood donations are needed every day in our region, and those who Commit for Life and donate at least once a quarter can help maintain an adequate blood supply at all times.
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April 3, 2008
East End Residents Have A New Opportunity To Commit for Life And Help Save Lives
Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center Proudly Makes a New Home in Gulfgate
Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center brings life-saving opportunities to Houston’s East End. The new Gulfgate Neighborhood Donor Center opened its doors March 25 and will celebrate its grand opening April 29.
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March 31, 2008
Madison County Employees Holds Blood Drive
Participants Eligible for Diamonds for Donors Promotion
Madison County employees are inviting the public to save as many as three lives by participating in a blood drive April 30 at 101 W. Main Street. More than 900 blood donations are needed every day to help save lives in the Texas Gulf Coast region. Individuals who Commit for Life and donate at least once a quarter help maintain an adequate supply for area patients.
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March 31, 2008
Franklin Worship Center Holds Blood Drive
Individuals Can Give One Hour to Save as Many as Three Lives
Franklin Worship Center invites the public to participate in its blood drive April 22 from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. More than 900 blood donations are needed every day to help save lives in the Texas Gulf Coast region. Individuals who Commit for Life and donate at least once a quarter help maintain an adequate supply for area patients.
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March 31, 2008
Burleson-St. Joseph Health Center Holds Blood Drive
Paritcipants Eligible for Diamonds for Donors Promotion
Commit for Life with Burleson-St. Joseph Health Center. The public is invited to the health care facility’s blood drive April 21 from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. More than 900 blood donations are needed every day to help save lives in the Texas Gulf Coast region.
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March 31, 2008
Bedias Civic Club Holds Blood Drive
Individuals Can Give One Hour to Save as Many as Three Lives
Bedias Civic Club invites the public to participate in its blood drive April 19 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. More than 900 blood donations are needed every day to help save lives in the Texas Gulf Coast region. Individuals who Commit for Life and donate at least once a quarter help maintain an adequate supply for area patients.
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March 31, 2008
West Corporation Holds Blood Drive
Individuals Can Give One Hour to Save as Many as Three Lives
West Corporation invites the public to participate in its blood drive April 11 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. More than 900 blood donations are needed every day to help save lives in the Texas Gulf Coast region. Individuals who Commit for Life and donate at least once a quarter help maintain an adequate supply for area patients.
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March 31, 2008
First United Methodist Church Holds Blood Drive
Individuals Can Give One Hour to Save as Many as Three Lives
First United Methodist Church invites the public to participate in its blood drive April 9 from 12 to 6 p.m. More than 900 blood donations are needed every day to help save lives in the Texas Gulf Coast region. Individuals who Commit for Life and donate at least once a quarter help maintain an adequate supply for area patients.
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March 31, 2008
Shepherd Community Invited to Help Save Lives
Shepherd ISD Hosts Second Blood Drive This Year
Individuals in Shepherd have an opportunity to save lives at a blood drive hosted by Shepherd Independent School District on Friday, April 4. Those who donate or attempt to donate will receive a free T-shirt.
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March 31, 2008
San Jacinto Methodist Hospital Invites Baytown Residents to Save Lives
Hospital to Hold Blood Drive; Every Donor Will Receive a Free Health Check
Commit for Life with San Jacinto Methodist Hospital in Baytown. The hospital is holding a blood drive with Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center on April 2, and the public is invited to participate and help save lives.
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March 26, 2008
Friends And Family Commit For Life To Help A Patient Injured In An Accident
Mother and daughter host blood drive in honor of Jose Luevano
Join Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center and Commit for Life to help save the lives of patients like Jose Luevano. When Luevano lost his leg in a tragic accident he relied on numerous surgeries and blood transfusions.
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March 26, 2008
Marrow Donor Registry Drive To Honor A Two-Time Cancer Patient
Cancer survivor and now patient hopes sharing her story will inspire others to help save lives
After battling and surviving breast cancer Pamela Alexander-Davis thought she would never have to worry about cancer again, but earlier this year that all changed. Pamela, a City of Houston employee, was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia, a cancer of the blood and bone marrow.
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March 3, 2008
Replenishment Blood Drive To Benefit Pasadena Man
Local Company Seeks Public Support to Help Ailing Employee
Pasadena resident Ron Honeycutt is grateful to volunteers who have provided the three units of blood his life now depends on every week. Ventech Engineers, where Honeycutt is employed, is asking the public to participate in a blood drive Thursday, March 13 from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m to support him in his fight against acute myeloid leukemia.
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March 3, 2008
ST. THERESA CATHOLIC CHURCH CONTINUES SAVING LIVES
The Blood Center’s ‘New Group of the Year’ Plans March 2 Drive
Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center’s “New Group of the Year,” St. Theresa Catholic Church, invites the public to help save lives at their next blood drive. The church was honored for its 2007 achievements at the recent “A Celebration of Life” awards ceremony, and continues its commitment into 2008.
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March 3, 2008
Blood Drive Comes to Brazoria County March 20
Sheriff’s Office Asks Community to Participate in Life-Saving Event
Commit for Life with the Brazoria County Sheriff’s Office. Join the officers at a blood drive March 20. More than 900 blood donations are needed every day in our region, and those who Commit for Life and donate at least once a quarter can help maintain an adequate blood supply at all times. Every blood donation helps save up to three lives! Those who donate or attempt to donate will receive a free T-shirt.
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March 3, 2008
Waller County Residents Invited To Help Save Lives
Lawrence Marshall Dealership to Hold Blood Drive March 10
Commit for Life and help save lives in your community by joining the Lawrence Marshall Dealership at its blood drive March 10. More than 900 blood donations are needed every day in our region, and those who Commit for Life and donate at least once a quarter can help maintain an adequate blood supply at all times. Every blood donation helps save up to three lives!
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March 3, 2008
Commit for Life With Garden Oaks Baptist Church
Congregation on North Shepherd to Hold Blood Drive March 16
Garden Oaks Baptist Church is gearing up to save lives at its blood drive with Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center on Sunday, March 16. Members of the public are welcome to attend and save as many as three lives with their blood donation.
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March 3, 2008
Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center Names New Director of Development
Houston Native Will Raise Funds to Support Expanding Need for Blood in Gulf Coast
Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center is pleased to announce the addition of Kathleen Kuznicki as director of development. Reporting to President and CEO Brian Gannon, Kuznicki will be responsible for fundraising and development initiatives related to The Blood Center’s strategic plan.
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March 3, 2008
Two Opportunities to Commit for Life in Cy-Fair March 12
John Eagle Honda and Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center to Hold Blood Drives
Individuals in the Cy-Fair area have two opportunities to Commit for Life on Wednesday, March 12. John Eagle Honda and Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center will be hosting blood drives at their respective locations, where members of the public can help save lives. More than 900 blood donations are needed every day in our region, and those who Commit for Life and donate at least once a quarter can help maintain an adequate blood supply at all times. Every blood donation helps save up to three lives!
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March 3, 2008
CONROE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE INVITES COMMUNITY TO HELP SAVE LIVES
Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center Will Bring Donor Coach to Chamber on May 20
Help save lives with the Greater Conroe/Lake Conroe Area Chamber of Commerce. The chamber will host a blood drive with Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center on May 20.
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March 3, 2008
BRYAN LOWE’S STORE GEARING UP FOR BLOOD DRIVES
The Blood Center of Brazos Valley Invites Community to Commit for Life

Bryan donors have an opportunity to Commit for Life with The Blood Center of Brazos Valley. Lowe’s Home Improvement is planning a series of blood drives, beginning March 22, and the public is invited to participate.

March 3, 2008
GODWIN’S SUPERMARKET GEARING UP FOR BLOOD DRIVES
The Blood Center of Brazos Valley Invites Community to Commit for Life

Bryan donors have an opportunity to Commit for Life with The Blood Center of Brazos Valley. Godwin’s Supermarket in Madisonville is planning a series of blood drives, beginning March 13, and the public is invited to participate.

March 3, 2008
BROOKSHIRE BROTHERS STORE GEARING UP FOR BLOOD DRIVES
The Blood Center of Brazos Valley Invites Community to Commit for Life

Bryan donors have an opportunity to Commit for Life with The Blood Center of Brazos Valley. Brookshire Brothers in Hearne is planning a series of blood drives, beginning March 27, and the public is invited to participate.

March 3, 2008
Art Institute of Houston TO Hold Life-Saving Event
Individuals in Galleria Area Encouraged to Donate at Blood Drive March 10

WHAT: The public is invited to join the Art Institute of Houston at its Commit for Life blood drive Monday, March 10, with Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center. More than 900 blood donations are needed every day in our region, and those who Commit for Life and donate at least once a quarter can help maintain an adequate blood supply at all times. Every blood donation helps save up to three lives! Those who donate or attempt to donate will receive a free T-shirt.

February 22, 2008
Commit for Life in La Porte
Parson’s House Assisted Living Encourages Community to Help Save Lives

Commit for Life with Parson’s House Assisted Living in La Porte. The organization will hold a blood drive with Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center, and the community is invited to participate. More than 900 blood donations are needed every day in our region, and those who Commit for Life and donate at least once a quarter can help maintain an adequate blood supply at all times. Every blood donation helps save up to three lives!

February 22, 2008
Memorial-AREA Congregation Named “Church of the Year”
Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center Recognizes Church for Saving Thousands of Lives

Memorial Drive United Methodist Church earned the special category award of “Church of the Year” at Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center’s “A Celebration of Life” luncheon held Feb. 13. The luncheon honors gold-level Commit for Life blood drive groups that host at least one drive every quarter.

February 22, 2008
The Ides of March brings Blood Drives to brazos mall
Public Can Save Lives at One of Two Mall Locations March 15

Lake Jackson residents, take your pick of one of two life-saving opportunities available Saturday, March 15. Brazos Mall and Ryan’s Grill Buffet and Bakery are holding blood drives at their respective locations.

February 22, 2008
La Porte Restaurant Chain Earns Top Honors for Hosting Life-Saving Event
Gringo’s Mexican Kitchen Recognized by Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center at Luncheon

Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center recognized Gringo’s Mexican Kitchen at its “A Celebration of Life” luncheon on Feb. 13 for the chain’s expansive efforts to collect blood donations across the city and save many lives. The luncheon honors gold-level Commit for Life groups across the Gulf Coast who hold at least one blood drive every quarter.

February 22, 2008
CY-Fair Volunteers Receive Award for Life-Saving Community Service
Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center Pays Tribute to Group at Luncheon

Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center named a group of Cy-Fair volunteers its Community Advocates Group of the Year at its “A Celebration of Life” luncheon held Feb. 13. The luncheon pays tribute to gold-level Commit for Life organizations that hold blood drives at least once a quarter and save countless lives in their community.

February 22, 2008
Brazoria County Businesses Recognized For Commitment To Saving Lives
Brazosport Regional Hospital, Texas Gulf Bank Among Honorees at Luncheon

Brazoria County was well-represented at Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center’s Feb. 13 “A Celebration of Life” luncheon, with two local groups receiving top honors and three local groups nominated for special category awards. The luncheon pays tribute to gold-level Commit for Life organizations that hold blood drives at least once a quarter and save countless lives in their community.

February 22, 2008
Local Businesses: East Texas Needs Your Help Saving Lives
With Substantial Rise in Blood Usage, The Blood Center East Texas Urges Businesses to Host Drives

The Blood Center East Texas is facing a need for 2,000 additional units of blood this year as blood usage dramatically rises at the eight local hospitals it serves. That means 170 more donors must donate every month in 2008 than in 2007 to ensure patients receive the blood on which their lives depend.

February 22, 2008
Bay City Wal-Mart Celebrates Spring Season By Saving Lives
Local Residents Invited to Blood Drive Held By Retailer

It’s a new season, and Bay City’s Wal-Mart is kicking off the spring by organizing a blood drive open to the public Saturday, March 22 from 2 to 5 p.m.

February 22, 2008
SUGAR LAND CHURCH MAKES LIFE-SAVING IMPACT WITH NEW BLOOD DRIVE PROGRAM
Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center Recognizes St. Theresa Catholic Church

Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center recently honored a Sugar Land church for taking its commitment to heart in its first year as a Commit for Life blood drive group.

February 22, 2008
CHURCHES’ SHARED COMMITMENT TO SAVING LIVES EARNS BLOOD CENTER HONOR
Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center Recognizes Huntsville Churches

A shared commitment to helping save lives has earned a major accolade for a group of Huntsville churches. Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center’s “A Celebration of Life” event honors all blood drive groups that host at least one blood drive every quarter, with Special Category Awards presented to those that go above and beyond.

February 22, 2008
BRENHAM GROUPS HONORED FOR SAVING LIVES
Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center Recognizes Blood Drive Groups at Luncheon

Two Brenham groups took top honors for saving countless lives in 2007 at Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center’s “A Celebration of Life” luncheon and awards ceremony. The annual event honors all blood drive groups that host at least one blood drive every quarter, with Special Category Awards presented to those that go above and beyond.

February 15, 2008
First United Methodist Church Plans Palm Sunday Blood Drive in Pearland
Local Residents Invited to Help Save Lives

Join Pearland’s First United Methodist Church as it hosts a blood drive on Palm Sunday, March 16. More than 900 blood donations are needed every day in our region, and those who Commit for Life and donate at least once a quarter can help maintain an adequate blood supply at all times. Every blood donation helps save up to three lives!

February 15, 2008
GALA Celebrates 10 Years of matching marrow, raises $194,000
Program the Only One in Nation to Register Marrow Donors Without a Fee

When Becky McCullough suggested raising money to offset the cost of tissue typing for bone marrow donors, she never imagined such an event would be a smashing success going strong 10 years later with more than $1.2 million raised for the Gulf Coast Marrow Donor Program (GCMDP), which she serves as director.

February 7, 2008
Commit for Life with Conroe Rotary Club and Conroe Regional Medical Center
Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center Encourages Community to Help Save Lives

Take part in life-saving opportunities in Conroe this month. Join the Conroe Rotary Club at its blood drive at the Wiesner of Conroe auto dealership on Feb. 12, or donate at Conroe Regional Medical Center’s drive on Feb. 16.

February 5, 2008
Wal-Mart Supercenter to Hold Blood Drive Feb. 22
Community Encouraged to Help Save Lives

Livingston’s Wal-Mart SuperCenter is gearing up for a blood drive on Feb. 22. The public is invited to join in this life-saving effort and save as many as three lives with their donation.

February 5, 2008
This Valentine’s day, make reservations to Commit for Life
Livingston Residents Can Help Save Lives at Community Blood Drive

This Valentine’s Day you can spread love and save lives. Welborn Insurance invites you to participate in its blood drive with Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center from 12 to 6 p.m

February 5, 2008
Tomball Resident Featured in Calendar
Crime Victim Shares Her Story of a Second Chance at Life, Encourages Community to Give Blood

Mandy Adamo is grinning from ear to ear as she poses for Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center’s 2008 Commit for Life calendar. The Tomball resident won’t soon forget the violent crime that left her in need of blood donations in October 2001, but she can smile because of the people who helped keep her alive.

February 5, 2008
Sweeten Your Month by Saving Lives in Sabine County
Chamber of Commerce to Hold Blood Drive Feb. 8

:Make a life-saving difference in Sabine County this month by Committing for Life with the Sabine County Chamber of Commerce. The public is encouraged to participate in the chamber’s blood drive Feb. 8 and save as many as three lives with one donation.

February 5, 2008
Commit for Life with Richmond State School
Public Can Help Save Lives at Community Blood Drive Feb. 27

Richmond State School invites the public to Commit for Life at the campus’ upcoming blood drive. More than 900 blood donations are needed every day in our region, and those who Commit for Life and donate at least once a quarter can help maintain an adequate blood supply at all times. Every blood donation helps save up to three lives!

February 5, 2008
Pearland Residents Featured in Calendar
Blood Donor and Recipient Selected by Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center to Share Their Stories

Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center features two Pearland residents in its 2008 Commit for Life calendar. Bill Schmidt and Kailey Lloyd have very different stories, but both are spreading the word about helping save lives.

February 5, 2008
Local Residents Featured in Calendar for Commitment to Saving Lives
Participants Include Leukemia Survivor and HP Employees

Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center has selected individuals from across northwest Houston to appear in its 2008 Commit for Life calendar. They have very different stories, but all are spreading the word about helping save lives.

February 5, 2008
Missouri City family featured in Commit For Life calendar
Three Generations Team With Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center to Help Patients in Need

Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center has selected a Missouri City family to help spread the word about saving lives by appearing in its 2008 Commit for Life calendar. Three generations of women are pictured for the month of February to share how they’ve felt the impact of Committing for Life.

Februay 5, 2008
Memorial, spring branch residents featured in calendar
Local Women Help Save Lives, Encourage Community to Give Blood

Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center features two local residents in its 2008 Commit for Life calendar. Pam Smith, a Memorial resident and Commit for Life donor, takes pride in knowing that every donation she makes will save as many as three lives Lynnette Montgomery, from Spring Branch, donates blood regularly and is also an outreach coordinator for The Blood Center.

February 5, 2008
Local Deputy Saving Lives On and Off the Job
Regular Blood Donor Featured in Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center Calendar

Harris County Sheriff’s Deputy Daniel Arcenaux is no stranger to saving lives. His profession requires a passion for helping people, and that passion continues after the work day ends. Arcenaux, a Commit for Life blood donor and resident of southwest Houston, saves as many as three lives each time he donates blood.

Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center selected Arcenaux to appear on the May page of its 2008 Commit for Life calendar to spread the word about making a life-saving difference by becoming a regular blood donor. “It’s important to give blood not only to save lives, but to extend lives,” he says. “You never know who you can help.”

February 5, 2008
Houston’s Newest Donor Coach Fuels More Life-Saving Opportunities
Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center Aims to Enhance the Donor Experience

Individuals in greater Houston will now have more opportunities to save lives with the addition of a new donor coach to the fleet at Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center. The coach will cater to donor comfort and convenience and help meet the escalating need for blood in the area.

The Houston area is growing, and so is our medical community. This means more donations and donor coaches are needed to save patients’ lives. A new donor coach can help bring in 5,000 additional donations every year. Since every donation saves up to three lives, these donations can save up to 15,000 lives every year in this community.

February 5, 2008
Go Hog Wild for Saving Lives
Harley-Davidson of The Woodlands Organizes Blood Drive Feb. 9

Whether you’re a committed Harley-Davidson motorcycle driver or a casual admirer from the sidelines, you can help save lives by participating in a blood drive at Harley-Davidson of The Woodlands Feb. 9.

More than 900 blood donations are needed every day in our region, and those who Commit for Life and donate at least once a quarter can help maintain an adequate blood supply at all times. Every blood donation helps save up to three lives!

February 5, 2008
Leap Year Brings an Extra Day to Save Lives
Georgia-Pacific Encourages Public to Commit for Life at Blood Drive Feb. 29

Local manufacturer Georgia-Pacific is using the extra day granted to us this leap year to help save lives. The company is holding a blood drive Feb. 29, and the public is invited to make this day memorable by saving as many as three lives with their blood donation.

February 5, 2008
East End, South Park Residents Featured in Calendar
Blood Donors and Recipient Selected by Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center to Share Their Stories

Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center features three local residents in its 2008 Commit for Life calendar. Deborah Navarro, Campsey Thomas and Maria Chavarria have very different stories, but all are spreading the word about helping save lives.

February 5, 2008
Local Siblings Featured in Commit for Life calendar
Brother and Sister Serve as Advocates to Help Patients in Need of Blood

Hector and Esmeralda Ambrosio love helping others but, like many of us, don’t always have opportunities to volunteer their time. However, these siblings are committed to saving lives by donating blood. Their decision to Commit for Life together has strengthened their bond as brother and sister and gives countless patients more time to spend with their own families.

February 5, 2008
Save Lives with the Alabama-Coushatta Feb. 8
Public is Invited to Blood Drive in Livingston

Commit for Life with the Alabama-Coushatta Tribe of Texas. The tribe will hold a blood drive Feb. 8 with The Blood Center East Texas, and the community is invited to participate.
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February 5, 2008

Life-Saving Opportunity Comes to Aggies Feb. 20
Texas Transportation Institute Invites Students, Staff, Faculty to Donate Blood

Continuing its mission to save lives and solve problems, the Texas Transportation Institute is holding a blood drive from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 20 in Room 103 of the Gilchrist Building at Texas A&M University.

January 24, 2008
GULF COAST REGIONAL BLOOD CENTER FOCUSES ON NEED FOR AFRICAN-AMERICAN DONORS THIS BLACK HISTORY MONTH
More African-American Donors Required to Help Patients with Specialized Needs

As the nation observes Black History Month this February, Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center encourages more African-Americans to Commit for Life, and continues spreading the word about this ongoing need.

January 24, 2008
THE BLOOD CENTER OF BRAZOS VALLEY BEGINS MOBILE BLOOD DRIVE OPERATIONS THIS WEEK
New Affiliate of Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center Will Offer More Convenient Access

The Blood Center of Brazos Valley, a new affiliate of Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center, will begin operations on Thursday, Jan. 10 with the start of its mobile blood drive program.

January 24, 2008
Resolve to boost your health and Commit for Life
Public Invited to Blood Drive at Health & Wellness Expo in The Woodlands

At The Woodlands Institute Health & Wellness Expo, where as many as 2,000 visitors are anticipated to seek out solutions for healthy living, individuals will have the opportunity to save lives by participating in a blood drive. This event is free and open to the public.

January 24, 2008
Pearland community advocates to host blood drive Jan. 27
Advocates Raise Awareness of Need, Encourage Community to Donate

The Pearland Community Advocates, a volunteer group that raises awareness of blood needs in its community, invites the public to attend a blood drive Jan. 27 at the Pearland Neighborhood Donor Center on Broadway in Sunrise Lake Center.

January 4, 2008

What better way to start off the new year than to Commit for Life and save as many as three lives each time you donate blood? West Sabine High School will hold a blood drive with The Blood Center East Texas, and the community is invited to participate.

January 4, 2008

What better way to start off the new year than to Commit for Life and save as many as three lives each time you donate blood? Tenaha High School will hold a blood drive with The Blood Center East Texas, and the community is invited to participate.

January 4, 2008

What better way to start off the new year than to Commit for Life and save as many as three lives each time you donate blood? The community is invited to participate in blood drives at Memorial Medical Center – Livingston and the Allan B. Polunsky Unit.

January 4, 2008

What better way to start off the new year than to Commit for Life and save as many as three lives each time you donate blood? Hemphill High School will hold a blood drive with The Blood Center East Texas, and the community is invited to participate.

January 4, 2008
What better way to start off the new year than to Commit for Life and save as many as three lives each time you donate blood? Center Area Churches will hold a blood drive with The Blood Center East Texas, and the community is invited to participate.

January 4, 2008
Atria Senior Living invites the public to kick off the new year at its upcoming blood drive. More than 900 blood donations are needed every day in our region, and those who Commit for Life and donate at least once a quarter can help maintain an adequate blood supply at all times. Every blood donation helps save up to three lives!

Did You Know...

Did you know that one week at a Texas Medical Center hospital, patients needed 482 units of red blood cells?

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