Imagine, for just 2 seconds, that your life hangs in the balance and the only people that can save you from certain death, are complete strangers.

I do not have to imagine it, I live it - everyday. Instead of being a victim of a rare blood disorder or the survivor of a near death experience, I choose to be a LIVING TESTIMONY of the need for blood donors. As an advocate and spokesperson working with the nation's two largest blood collection organizations, I hope to connect donors to the lives they save through education, encouragement and open communication. Together, we can save lives, one pint at a time.


Every 2 seconds, someone requires a blood transfusion to live.

That's why "It's Hip 2 Give!"

Check out the "Are You My Type?" commercial!

Monday, July 19, 2010

Saving Lives Starts Here: 2010 Summer Challenge

My dear friends at the Blood Bank of Delmarva are at it again!

Between May 24 and September 4, local companies will compete in the 8th annual Summer Blood Challenge (SBC) to recruit the most new Blood Bank members and blood donors. The SBC was designed to raise awareness of the importance of blood donations, especially during the critical summer months when fewer people typically give blood.

SBC participants will earn chances to win exciting prizes, including one of two $50 VISA gift cards awarded weekly throughout the Challenge and the grand prizes: a $500 VISA gift card, a 3-day trip for two to Las Vegas and an all-inclusive week vacation for two to a luxury resort in Cancun, Mexico!

I am honored to once again be included in such an important regional campaign - blood donation knows no boundries and the need must be met.

What do you have to lose this summer by saving lives through donation? Nothing, except 1 pint of blood, and in my eyes, that's the best thing you could do this summer.

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