The Community Blood Bank, the exclusive provider of blood to 16 local hospitals in the NWPA and WNY regions, is in need of O-negative, O-positive, and A-negative blood types. 

The blood bank is encouraging the community to donate by offering them a chance to win one of two sets of kayaks. 

Those interested in participating can donate blood at the Erie Donor Center or any mobile blood drive during May. All donors who give with the Community Blood Bank in May will automatically be entered to win of the two sets of kayaks and paddles. 

According to the blood bank, blood shortages have far reaching consequences, impacting medical treatments and more. 

The blood bank will be hosting the following blood drive to help meet the need of area hospitals: 

  • North East Community: May 21, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
    • 180 W Main St., North East, PA 16428

To schedule an appointment call 814-456-4206.