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Blood donors have through Friday to claim a benefit beyond saving lives — free tickets to a Rome Braves baseball game.

Blood Assurance launched its latest promotion on July 1 as a reward for anyone giving blood at its Rome donation center, 178 Shorter Ave.

“With schools being out and summer travel, giving blood is not at the forefront of many people’s minds,” said Christopher Swafford, the nonprofit’s chief operating officer. “When you add Independence Day into the mix, that can create major problems if our shelves aren’t stocked.”

Through Friday, donors will receive two complimentary tickets to the Aug. 5 Rome Braves game against the Greenville Drive, while supplies last. They’ll also get a baseball-themed T-shirt.
Additionally, in a rematch of last year’s World Series, one lucky donor who gives between July 1-15 at any Blood Assurance donation center or blood drive, will win two tickets to the Aug. 20 Atlanta Braves game at Truist Park versus the Houston Astros. The prize package also includes accommodations at an Atlanta hotel.

Donors must register to win by visiting Bloodassurance.org/homerun.