We Did It! 310 pints collected at the 18th Annual Give 2 Live Blood Drive.
Thanks to an outpouring of community support, this year's Give 2 Live Blood Drive was a huge success, collecting 310 pints of blood and potentially saving up to 930 lives.
Held at the Atlantis Casino Resort Spa and hosted in partnership with 2 News Nevada, Vitalant, and Atlantis, the two-day drive came at a crucial time, just ahead of the busy July 4th weekend, when blood supply needs are often at their highest.
“On behalf of our entire Vitalant team, I want to extend my heartfelt thanks for your incredible support,” said a Vitalant spokesperson. “Thanks to our strong partnership with 2 News Nevada and the outstanding support from Atlantis staff, we were able to make a real impact.”
This year marked the 18th annual Give 2 Live Blood Drive, with new and returning donors turning out in full force. The final tally: 310 pints collected, up from 160 on Day 1 alone.
In addition to helping save lives, donors were treated to juice, cookies, and a slice of pizza generously donated by Vino’s Pizza around lunchtime on Day 2.
The event once again highlighted the incredible spirit of northern Nevada residents and their commitment to helping others.
Thank you to everyone who donated, volunteered, and helped spread the word. Your generosity ensures our hospitals are better prepared to care for patients in need this summer.
Want to Make a Difference Year-Round?
If you weren’t able to donate this time, or want to give again in the future, Vitalant makes it easy to find a blood drive near you.
Click here to schedule your next donation or learn more about how your blood can save lives.
