Episode 43 | Saving Lives One Pint at a Time | Cherryl Castro-Lector, Development Manager, San Diego Blood Bank

In this episode of "Live Local, Give Local" listeners enjoy a great conversation between Dave Mason, the Host, this episode's co-host, David Drazenovich, and Cherryl Castro-Lector, the Development Manager at the San Diego Blood BankThe Blood Bank organizes large blood drives like the Padres Summer Blood Drive and Comic Con to collect blood units that save thousands of lives. To address the aging out of donors and increase awareness, the San Diego Blood Bank conducts tours, reaches out to schools, and collaborates with various organizations. Listen as Cheryl shares heartwarming stories like that of a recipient who received 30 units of life-saving blood after a severe accident and now organizes blood drives and advocates for donations.Hear Cheryl speak about the essential role of the blood bank in the community, comparing it to a fire hydrant that goes unnoticed until someone requires blood for medical treatment. The blood bank depends on financial support from individual donors, community foundations, and local corporations. Listen in on a conversation emphasizing the need for both blood and financial donors, showcasing the impact a single blood donation can have on someone's life. Cheryl's hope for the future is to continue educating the community about blood donation and the interconnectedness it brings to society. For more information on the many services of San Diego Gives, please visit www.SanDiegoGives.org.