A DIFFERENT STORY FOR EVERYONE AT MICHIGAN INTERNATIONAL SPEEDWAY’S SPIRIT OF AMERICA BLOOD DRIVE
BROOKLYN, Mich. (Sept. 11, 2008) – As over 1,000 people show up for their appointments for the Spirit of America Blood Drive at Michigan International Speedway on September 11, each person has a unique story about their history of donating blood.
While some people donate regularly and others for the first time, the Spirit of America Blood Drive brings everyone together for two common goals – to donate blood and honor the tragedies of 9-11. It is an event that has shown tremendous success since its inception in 2002 and grown to become one of the largest single-day 9-11 blood drives in the nation.
As the lines to donate grew throughout the day, many people got the opportunity to talk with their fellow donors as they wait for their number to be called. The stories that come from these conversations are inspiring, which makes the Spirit of America Blood Drive what it is – an inspiration for people to take time out of their busy schedules to donate blood.
“I started attending the Spirit of America Blood Drive three years ago and I really enjoy coming back every year,” Dennis Karlson of Farwell, Mich. said. “I am a regular donor [every 56 days] and it’s important for me to take part in this event. I’ve been giving blood since 1992 and I’ve never donated at a drive that brings so many people together like this one. It truly is a special day and a great way to honor 9-11.”
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