By Jeff Murphy,
                                                									May 25, 2022
                                             
                                                
                                                
                                                
                                                WARRENSBURG, MO – One of the best gifts anyone can offer to others is their own blood.
                                                   The University of Central Missouri is providing an opportunity to help save more lives
                                                   by hosting the Together Royal Blood Drive 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, June 8, in
                                                   the ballroom of the Elliott Student Union.
                                                
                                                 
                                                
                                                Consistent with the event theme, individuals who donate blood will receive a free
                                                   limited edition Royals t-shirt to help show their team spirit, and to celebrate their
                                                   contribution to the  in Kansas City. They will also have the opportunity to enter their name in a drawing
                                                   for a bowling/pizza party for up to six individuals at the UCM Bowling Center in the
                                                   Elliott Student Union.
                                                
                                                 
                                                
                                                The Community Blood Center supports 60 hospitals in 70 Missouri and Kansas counties,
                                                   and plasma is always needed. UCM’s Volunteer Services office is helping to coordinate
                                                   the blood drive, which is open to students, faculty, staff and community members.
                                                
                                                 
                                                
                                                Appointments are preferred, and can be booked in advance at . Enter Group Code: SZ. Individuals who have questions about medical eligibility should
                                                   call 1-800-688-0900.
                                                
                                                 
                                                
                                                For more information, contact Marissa Boyd at Student Volunteer Services at mkboyd@ucmo.edu. Also call 877-468-6844 or visit .