Local blood donors are in for a sweet treat this August! Dunkin’ Donuts in Greater Philadelphia is once again partnering with the American Red Cross to provide 28,000 vouchers for Red Cross blood donors in the region.

Throughout the month of August, presenting donors will receive a voucher for a free medium Iced Coffee and a free classic donut, redeemable at participating Dunkin’ Donuts restaurants in the Greater Philadelphia Region, while supplies last. Vouchers are not redeemable for cash.

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The Red Cross currently faces an emergency blood shortage. The organization has issued an urgent call for blood and platelet donors to give now so patients can continue to receive the lifesaving treatment they need. Right now, blood products are being distributed to hospitals faster than donations are coming in. More donations are immediately needed to help replenish the blood supply.

 “It only takes an hour – two if you’re giving platelets – to be a lifesaver,” said Garrett Reid, director of donor recruitment, Red Cross Penn Jersey Blood Services Region. “As you’re finalizing your summer plans for August, make a blood or platelet donation appointment a part of them and receive this special gift from Dunkin’ Donuts.”

To schedule an appointment to donate, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit RedCrossBlood.org.

“Dunkin’ Donuts is honored to once again team up with the American Red Cross to reward deserving blood donors this August,” said Jessica Weissman, Field Marketing Manager, Dunkin’ Brands. “We hope that by offering donors a free medium Iced Coffee and donut, Dunkin’ Donuts will help encourage the Philadelphia community to stop by a local blood donation center and donate blood during this urgent time of need.”

To learn more about Dunkin’ Donuts, visit DunkinDonuts.com or follow Dunkin’ Donuts Greater Philadelphia on Facebook at facebook.com/DunkinPhilly or Twitter at Twitter.com/DunkinPhilly.

Simply download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) to make an appointment or for more information. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age in most states (16 with parental consent where allowed by state law), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also must meet certain height and weight requirements.

Blood and platelet donors can save time at their next donation by using RapidPass^® to complete their pre-donation reading and health history questionnaire online, on the day of their donation, before arriving at the blood drive. To get started, follow the instructions at RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass or use the Blood Donor App.

About Dunkin’ Donuts
Founded in 1950, Dunkin’ Donuts is America’s favorite all-day, everyday stop for coffee and baked goods. Dunkin’ Donuts is a market leader in the hot regular/decaf/flavored coffee, iced regular/decaf/flavored coffee, donut, bagel and muffin categories. Dunkin’ Donuts has earned a No. 1 ranking for customer loyalty in the coffee category by Brand Keys for 12 years running. The company has more than 12,500 restaurants in 46 countries worldwide. Based in Canton, Mass., Dunkin’ Donuts is part of the Dunkin’ Brands Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: DNKN) family of companies. For more information, visit www.DunkinDonuts.com.

The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; supplies about 40 percent of the nation’s blood; teaches skills that save lives; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families. The Red Cross is a not-for-profit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission. For more information, please visit RedCross.org or cruzrojaamericana.org, or visit us on Twitter at @RedCross.

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