Virtual Blood Drive

Years ago, my two sons (now 28 and 26) required specialized blood platelet donations during my wife’s pregnancies. Those donations – given by strangers – gave my boys a fighting chance to be born. I have supported blood donation in our region for nearly 20 years through a special blood fund with more than 2,000 pints donated. Several years ago, Heather Hoffman of Woodside Homes – a mother of twins – received lifesaving blood after a serious postpartum complication. Her story reminds us that giving blood is one of the simplest and most profound ways to give to our community. Heather and I are teaming up to encourage every BIA member to participate in our virtual blood drive. You can learn more at Every pint donated represents hope—for a parent, a child, a neighbor, or a friend. Please make it a habit to donate blood regularly. You may never know whose life you will change, but that life may be closer to you than you can know. Tim Murphy, President and CEO North State Building Industry Association