B R & L C volunteer Mitchel Sarno and daughter Destiny Sarno organized this needed and special event. Sarno have been on the board of the R.C. and volunteer with the Red Cross for several years. Burnsville’s community citizens along with neighbors, from nearby areas came out and donated blood to help saves lives. The donors had the opportunity to also meet and greet neighbors while wearing their mask.
Red Cross representatives arrived in good time to set up all the equipment that was need to have a successful blood drive. The large John L. Brewer’s assembly room was turned into a blood donation Station in minutes.
With the help of this great team of people B RLC looks forward to the next drive. We will keep you posted as to the date and time once decision is finalized.
Sorry that we could not serve all but due to the constant inclement weather reports the blood drive had to close before 6:30 p.m. which was the original cut off time.
There were 11 presented to give blood, which was great due to this being the first for this community outreach. Out of the 11 pints donated 33 different individuals’ lives will be saved. Hallelujah! BRLC volunteer and neighbors from Union and other nearby counties participated. BRLC Volunteers, Mitchell Kiser, Nathan Sikes, Alton Jackson, Vicky Matlock and of course organizers Mitchell and Destiny Sarno were there to help and support the Stanly County Red Cross representatives as needed.