Houchin Community Blood Bank offers beach towels to donors starting June 16
BAKERSFIELD, CALIF. (KGET) — Houchin Community Blood Bank is having a special promotion starting June 16 through June 21 in which they are giving beach towels to successful donors.
The beach towel will feature 'Phil-botomy the Blood Drop' and is part of their 'Drop-in & Donate' promotion for summer.
The donor must be 110 pounds, 16 years of age or older and must provide a photo ID to donate.
To schedule an appointment, you can visit their website or call 661-323-4222. Walk-ins are welcome.
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