Premont High Hosts County Blood Drive During Donor Month

Premont Collegiate High School will open its doors to the community on Monday, January 12, for a blood drive aimed at bolstering local blood inventories during National Blood Donor Month. The event runs from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the school, 400 South Elaine, and organizers are encouraging residents to donate to support patients in need.

Donors will receive a Hero T-shirt and, while supplies last, a free Outback Steakhouse appetizer coupon. Appointments are recommended to manage flow, though walk-ins are welcome. Residents can register by scanning the QR code on the event flyer or by calling 361-855-4943 to make an appointment.

The drive has particular relevance for high school seniors tracking graduation recognition. Seniors who donate three times during their senior year, or who recruit five donors during the period from May 11, 2025, to May 9, 2026, can earn their Red Cord. That timeline gives seniors who participate now a path toward meeting recognition requirements before the May cutoff.

Community blood drives are a practical response to predictable seasonal pressures on blood supplies. January observance of National Blood Donor Month aims to spotlight the ongoing need for donations after holiday slowdowns and winter weather can reduce donor turnout. Local collections like the one at Premont Collegiate help hospitals maintain inventories for surgeries, emergency care, and chronic treatments, and they contribute to the longer-term resilience of regional health services.

For Jim Wells County residents, the drive is a straightforward way to have a direct impact close to home. By donating at the school, neighbors can help reduce the need for urgent transfers from other regions and limit strain on local health providers. The combination of practical incentives and clear scheduling makes participation accessible for working residents and students alike.

Organizers hope the event will draw steady turnout through the afternoon. Anyone interested in donating should consider making an appointment by phone at 361-855-4943 or using the QR code on the flyer, or stopping by during the day for a walk-in donation.