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Elkton Today
By the People, for the People
American Red Cross Blood Drive Coming To Elkton
Community blood drive scheduled for Friday at Elkton Baptist Church
Published on Feb. 4, 2026
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The American Red Cross is holding a community blood drive in Elkton, Kentucky on Friday, February 6th at the Elkton Baptist Church's CLC building. The organization is currently facing a severe blood shortage nationwide, with requests from hospitals exceeding the available supply. Individuals who donate blood will be eligible to receive a $20 e-gift card.
Why it matters
Blood donations are critical to maintaining adequate supplies for hospitals, especially during times of shortage. The Red Cross is urging the community to come out and donate to help address the current nationwide deficit, which has decreased the blood supply by around 35% over the past month.
The details
The blood drive will be held from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, February 6th at the Elkton Baptist Church's CLC building located at 301 E. Main St. Appointments can be scheduled online through the Red Cross website or by calling 1-800-RED-CROSS.
- The blood drive will be held on Friday, February 6, 2026.
- The drive will run from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The players
American Red Cross
A humanitarian organization that provides emergency assistance, disaster relief, and education inside the United States.
Elkton Baptist Church
A church in Elkton, Kentucky that is hosting the community blood drive.
What’s next
Individuals can schedule an appointment to donate blood by going to the Red Cross website or calling 1-800-RED-CROSS.
The takeaway
This blood drive is a critical opportunity for the Elkton community to come together and help address the nationwide blood shortage by donating much-needed blood supplies to the American Red Cross.
