Westborough Girl Scouts Host Annual Blood Drive to Support Local Patients
Westborough Girl Scouts Turn Service Project Into Annual Blood Drive
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Girl Scouts Troop 65133 in Westborough, Massachusetts, is hosting its second annual blood drive on May 23 to benefit patients at Boston Children's Hospital. The previous drive collected enough blood to help 132 patients, addressing a critical blood shortage in the community.
- 01The blood drive will take place on May 23 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
- 02Last year's event collected 33 units of blood, helping 132 patients.
- 03The initiative aims to address a nationwide blood shortage.
- 04Troop leader Fiona McDonald emphasizes the importance of local donation opportunities.
- 05Many families in Westborough have connections to Boston Children's Hospital.
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Girl Scouts Troop 65133 in Westborough, Massachusetts, is organizing its second annual blood drive on May 23 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Tatnuck Bookseller. The drive aims to support patients at Boston Children's Hospital, addressing a critical blood shortage. Last year, the inaugural event successfully collected 33 units of blood, enough to assist 132 patients. Troop leader Fiona McDonald highlighted the need for local donation opportunities, as many residents have ties to the hospital. Girl Scout Esme noted the troop's commitment to helping local families, stating, “It’s nice that we’re kids helping other kids who are in the hospital.” Residents interested in donating can register online to contribute to this important cause.
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This blood drive provides a crucial opportunity for local residents to donate blood without traveling far, directly benefiting patients in need at Boston Children's Hospital.
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