It’s the season for giving and there’s one gift that won’t cost you a penny. That gift is blood donation.

It takes approximately an hour of your time and can mean the difference between life and death for patients. Every week, an average of 5,000 pints of blood are needed for patients in Minnesota and western Wisconsin. Your generous donation can help up to three people live to enjoy another holiday season. Give thanks and give blood this holiday season.

Call the Red Cross today at 1.800.GIVE.LIFE or go online to givebloodgivelife.org to schedule an appointment.