Anime News

AX 2006 Blood Drive
Date: 11/17/2005
In the wake of devastating national tragedies, such as Hurricane Katrina, Anime ExpoR continues to be a leader in philanthropic activities by joining with the American Red Cross in conducting blood drives during Anime ExpoR's 15th Anniversary Convention July 1-4, 2006 at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, CA. Covering 1,200 square footage of space over a span of three days, Attendees can donate life saving blood for current and future crisis needs. Anime ExpoR 2006 Chairwoman Joyce Lim states "it's the annual tradition of supporting medical charities such as City of Hope and Asians for Miracle Marrow Matches. Please join us in supporting the American Red Cross and their continued efforts in ensuring an adequate blood supply." Trulee Karahashi, Society for the Promotion of Japanese Anime (SPJA) CFO, states "We're looking forward to working with the Red Cross and helping as much as we can. With the diversity of our attendees, we hope that the blood drive will help to bring in a diversity of donors as well. This blood drive is just one of the ways in which Anime ExpoR and the SPJA seek to contribute and help out in our community."
Attendees will be able to help a truly worthy national cause while having a blast enjoying the many live events, concerts and exhibits during Anime ExpoR. Cliff Numark, American Red Cross Blood Services Southern California Region Director of Donor Recruitment, states "The American Red Cross salutes Anime ExpoR for planning this invaluable contribution to our community. The Anime ExpoR Blood Drive will be an opportunity for participants to save the lives of local hospital patients. At Anime ExpoR 2006, in a unique and touching way, animation will give life to people. The American Red Cross is proud to partner with Anime ExpoR to give this Gift of Life." Attendees can either show up at the American Red Cross booth to donate blood during Anime ExpoR 2006 or make an appointment via the American Red Cross (www.givelife.org) website after January 1, 2006 (1/1/2006) using the E-Donor sponsor code of "anime" and the password of "expo".
Source: Anime News Service