This Sunderland Echo flashback through the years could be just the thing for you if are a giving type of person.
Did you know - becoming a donor can help to save up to 3 lives an hour.
It can combat cancer, be vital during surgery and enhance the lives of others.
And in the meantime, look at these Wearside people who have already done their bit.
1. Every one of these people has played a part in blood donation. Could you be next?
Every one of these people has played a part in blood donation. Could you be next?
2. Making a difference in 2009.
Making a difference in 2009.
3. You've got to hand it to these intrepid Sunderland cyclists - Barry Holyoake, John Brewis and Chris Brewis. They rode coast to coast in 2 days in 2004 and persuaded 100 workmates to become blood donors.
You've got to hand it to these intrepid Sunderland cyclists - Barry Holyoake, John Brewis and Chris Brewis.
They rode coast to coast in 2 days in 2004 and persuaded 100 workmates to become blood donors.
4. Veterinary nurse Rachel Smith from Vets4Pets in Sunderland had a special cause to promote in 2009 - because pets need donated blood too.
Veterinary nurse Rachel Smith from Vets4Pets in Sunderland had a special cause to promote in 2009 - because pets need donated blood too.