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Detroit Lions One Pride Blood Drive at Ford Field

December 28 @ 8:30 am - 3:00 pm

Location

Ford Field

2000 Brush St.

Detroit, MI 48226

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Description

Donate blood and enjoy the ultimate football experience at the One Pride Blood Drive at Ford Field. See Lions legends, enjoy photo opportunities on the field, exclusive donor gifts and more. Families are encouraged to attend, but children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Event cost: Free

Event time: 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Dec. 28, 2024

Additional Information

Website: https://versiti.org/ways-to-give/annual-blood-drives/detroit-lions-one-pride-blood-drive

Age recommendation: Early Elementary (K-3), Late Elementary (4-5), Preschool, Teens, Toddlers, Tweens

Neighborhood: Wayne County

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