Blood donations needed

The South Texas Blood & Tissue Center has planned multiple blood drives in Northside ISD during the holiday season as the need for blood continues due to widespread shortages. 

To date, more than 6,000 blood donations have been collected at NISD drives since April 2020. 

 

Thursday, Dec. 2

Location: NISD Central Office Board Room

Time: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (by appointment only)

Address: 5900 Evers Road, 78238

 

Thursday, Dec. 9

Location: O'Connor HS Gym Foyer

Time: 8:30 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. (by appointment only)

Address:  12221 Leslie Road, 78023

 

Saturday, Dec. 11

Location: Murnin ES (Magnolia Heights HOA)

Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. (by appointment only)

Address:  9019 Dugas, 78251

 

Thursday, Dec. 16

Location: Brandeis HS LGI Room

Time: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. (by appointment only)

Address:  13011 Kyle Seale Pkwy., 78249

 

Tuesday, Dec. 21

Location: Holmes HS Auditorium Foyer

Time: 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (by appointment only)

Address: 6500 Ingram Road, 78238

 

Donors need to make appointments in advance to avoid crowding and abide by social distancing guidelines. 

They may also be eligible to receive items such as e-gift cards and refreshments.