HAMPSHIRE – State Senator Dave Syverson (R-Cherry Valley) and State Representative Jeff Keicher (R-Sycamore) are working with Versiti Blood Center of Illinois to host a Community Blood Drive March 11, from 1:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at 115 W. Oak Knoll Drive in Hampshire.

Area residents interested in giving blood at the Community Blood Drive on March 11 are encouraged to make appointments soon, as space is limited. Time slots for appointments will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis.

To make an appointment, visit Versiti Blood Center of Illinois – Donor Portal (https://donate.illinois.versiti.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/5607987).

Appointments are preferred, but walk-ins are welcome. Photo ID is required to donate. Blood donors are encouraged to eat a healthy meal and drink plenty of water before donating.

According to Versiti Blood Center of Illinois, every blood donation impacts and saves up to three lives.

For questions or more information, call Sen. Syverson’s office at 815-987-7555 or Rep. Keicher’s office at 815-748-3494.