August 30th, 2024
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What is World Blood Donor Day?
World Blood Donor Day celebrates peoples who donate blood to help others who need it. On this day, we celebrate the donors who have shared their blood, and encourage others to become donors too. World Blood Donor Day also shows how giving blood can save lives and make a big difference.
When is World Blood Donor Day?
Friday, June 14
Activities:
- Educational Discussion: Hold a group discussion about the importance of blood donation and how it helps save live
- Story Time: Read age-appropriate books or stories about helping others and saving lives.
- Thank You Cards: Provide materials for children to create handmade thank-you cards for blood donors.
- Poster Making: Provide art supplies and encourage children to create posters or signs to thank blood donors. They can draw pictures, write messages, or use stickers to express their appreciation.
- Community Helpers Visit: Invite a local blood donation centre or healthcare professional to visit and talk to the children about blood donation. They can explain the process of donating blood, answer questions, and demonstrate how blood donations are used to help patients in need.