Chicago Blackhawks team with LifeSource for Dec. 10 blood drive

Demonstrating that there is an easier way to give blood than through big hits on the ice, members of the Chicago Blackhawks will support their fans who attend a LifeSource blood drive from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 10, at The Westin O'Hare, 6100 N. River Road, Rosemont.

Along with meeting Blackhawks mascot Tommy Hawk, participating donors at the event will be entered into a drawing to win tickets to sold-out Blackhawks games and autographed memorabilia, including a hat signed by reigning NHL MVP Patrick Kane and a jersey autographed by Rookie of the Year Artemi Panarin. To schedule an appointment visit www.lifesource.org and search by group code 271B or call (877) 543-3768.

LifeSource hopes to collect more than 140 units during the six-hour drive. Hawks fans are encouraged to arrive in their jerseys, hats and other team garb.

"We are looking forward to a fun, Blackhawks-themed blood drive that will most importantly help stock our shelves to serve our patients in need," LifeSource Executive Director Eva Quinley said. "In addition to the blood drive, we also will have LifeSource staff present to sign people up for the bone marrow registry."

Donating blood is fast, easy and supports lives. For more information, including donor appointments, call (877) 543-3768 or visit www.lifesource.org.

Donor criteria

Blood donors must be at least 18 years old (or age 16 and 17 with written parental consent), weigh at least 110 pounds and be in general good health. Most medications are accepted. The donation process takes about an hour and is both safe and comfortable. Proper ID is required to donate blood. A LifeSource or military ID, driver's license or employee badge with picture and full name are all approved forms of ID. A birth certificate along with a picture ID that includes the donor's full name also will be accepted.