The 25th annual Bleed Blue Blood Drive returns to Lucas Oil Stadium this holiday season on Friday, Dec. 20, as Versiti Blood Center of Indiana once again partners with the Indianapolis Colts.
The blood drive aims to welcome more than 1,000 guests for a chance to meet Colts players, Cheerleaders and mascot “Blue” and enjoy on-field Christmas activities while saving the lives of local hospital patients through blood donations. New this year, guests can bring the whole family to meet Santa Claus and enjoy other holiday-themed activities.
As a token of gratitude, all donors will receive an exclusive, limited-edition Colts football featuring Colts defensive lineman DeForest Buckner and will be entered to win two front-row tickets to the Colts season finale on Jan. 4 or 5, 2025, against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Donors also can view and take photos with the iconic Lombardi Trophy from the Colts’ Super Bowl XLI win and have on-field experiences.
The Colts Pro Shop at the stadium also will be open during the event for fans who want to purchase holiday gifts.
| WHEN: | Fri., Dec. 20
7 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. |
| WHERE: | Lucas Oil Stadium, 500 S. Capitol Ave.
FREE parking is provided at stadium parking lots. |
“We are thrilled to continue our partnership with the Indianapolis Colts to present Bleed Blue this holiday season,” said Penny Schroeder, area vice president at Versiti Blood Center of Indiana. “We know Colts fans are as loyal as they come, and this event offers a fantastic opportunity to showcase team spirit and celebrate the holidays while also providing a lifesaving gift for Hoosiers in need.”
“Partnering with Versiti to encourage blood donations this month and year-round is part of the Colts’ commitment to inspire and unite our community around positive, uplifting efforts,” said Ande Sadtler, Colts Director of Community Impact. “We are honored and humbled to open the doors to Lucas Oil Stadium on this special day where together we can help save thousands of lives.”
Donating blood takes about an hour. Anyone age 17 or older in good health who meets eligibility requirements is encouraged to give. Parental consent is required for donors aged 16 and under to donate blood. Donors should bring a photo ID that includes their birth date. To schedule an appointment to donate blood, call 1-317-916-5150 or visit versiti.org/bleedblue.
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About Versiti Blood Center of Indiana
More than 65,000 Indiana residents each year give over 130,000 blood products through Versiti Blood Center of Indiana, formerly Indiana Blood Center, a non-profit organization founded in 1952 that operates blood donation centers in Indianapolis, Fishers, Carmel, Greenwood, Lafayette and Terre Haute. The center also operates thousands of mobile and community blood drives each year throughout the state. Versiti provides a continuous, safe supply of blood and clinical services to more than 100 Indiana hospitals and their patients.