By Carol Phillips – News Editor

The Jonathan Law Key Club hosted its annual blood drive on Wednesday, March 25.

Over 40 people donated this year despite the fact that there was a field trip held the same day.

“The turnout wasn’t quite as large due to the college fair that occurred (that day), but we appreciate everyone that came out to donate,” Key Club advisor Mr. Boynton said.  “Overall it was still a huge success.”

The Red Cross is an international organization whose main goal is to connect to people and help those who need it most.

The American Red Cross is the largest blood collecting organization in the country. This organization provides for more than 40 percent of blood and blood productions used in the nation.

“I donated because I know with it, I could be saving a life,” senior Nelson Vazquez said.

The blood drive occurred all day in the old gym, where throughout the day 17 Key Club members helped run the event and make sure it went smoothly.

“The Key Clubbers arrived around 6:15 to greet and set up for the Red Cross. They set up and broke down the drive,” Boynton said.  “The support for the blood mobile was overwhelming.”

The nurses were very happy with the enthusiasm of the people who donated and with the number of people who donated.

With one pint of blood, up to three lives can be saved.  The blood is used for transfusions, accident victims, cancer patients, and many more situations. Since blood is always in demand, it is important to consider donating.

“I donated because I had the ability to. I was able to help someone, so I did,” senior Sean Berg said.