Macon Volunteer Clinic (MVC) is pleased to announce it is hosting a Community Blood Drive on Friday, July, 21^st from 10:00 am until 2:00 pm, at its 376 Rogers Avenue location. 

To register for an appointment to donate blood July 21st, please visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter: bibb. Walk-ins are welcome also.

The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides comfort to victims of disasters; supplies about 40% of the nation's blood; teaches skills that save lives; distributes international humanitarian aid; and supports veterans, military members and their families. The Red Cross is a nonprofit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to deliver its mission. 

MVC’s services are at no cost to Macon-Bibb and Twiggs County residents who qualify.  Eligibility criteria are:  (1) ages 18-64; (2) earn no more than 200% of the Federal Poverty Level; (3) be a resident of either county; (4) have no medical insurance, and (5) be actively working in some capacity.  Patients are screened for eligibility before seeing a physician.  Eligibility screening appointments are available weekly, and can be made by calling (478) 755-1110 x. 121.

A medical home to eligible patients, Macon Volunteer Clinic offers free primary care, dental care, non-narcotic prescription medication assistance, cancer screenings, gynecology, dermatology, orthopedics, neurology, laboratory analyses, x-rays and other diagnostic services and mental health counseling. 

Located on the corner of Ingleside and Rogers, Macon Volunteer Clinic was established in 2003 and is powered by philanthropy and volunteer providers.   Its purpose is to foster a community where all working adults, regardless of insurance or ability to pay, can lead healthy and productive lives.