This March, the Nebraska Community Blood Bank (NCBB) is teaming up with local food providers, Russ’s Market, Kraft Foods and the Food Bank of Lincoln to save lives and give to those in need.
Beginning March 14 through March 31, for every pint of blood donated at any NCBB location, a pound of food will be donated to the Food Bank of Lincoln. This year, the “Pints for Pounds” campaign goal is to collect 2,000 pounds/pints. However, more importantly, the goal is to improve the quality of life of hundreds within the community. Throughout the campaign, Food Bank of Lincoln collection barrels will also be at all NCBB locations for anyone wishing to donate food or personal care supplies. Items that are most needed include: canned meats, soup, vegetables and fruits, diapers, toilet paper and soap.
Last year, the Nebraska Community Blood Bank donors gave a total of 2,114 pints of blood which resulted in an equal amount of food donations from Del Monte. With the additional food donations from donors and NCBB staff, 3,007 pounds of needed food and care items were delivered to the Food Bank of Lincoln.
To make an appointment to donate at the Nebraska Community Blood Bank, call 877-486-9414 or visit them on the web at www.NCBB.org.