Lindbergh High School Blood Drive Set by Jake's Crew

Jake’s Crew at Lindbergh High School is hosting a community blood drive in honor of classmate Jake Franzel from 2-7 p.m., Wednesday. The blood drive will be in the multipurpose room (near the cafeteria and commons) at Lindbergh High School, 5000 S. Lindbergh Blvd.

Jake, 18, has been battling osteosarcoma for three years now. Osteosarcoma is a cancerous bone tumor that most commonly occurs in children and young adults Teenagers are a frequently affected age group.

To make an appointment to give blood, call Sue Franzel at 314-791-9514 or visit www.bloodcenterimpact.org, click “Donate Blood,” and enter sponsor code 10128. All presenting donors will receive a free T-shirt for showing their support.

This blood drive is being held with Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center, an independent, not-for-profit organization. Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center is a community-based blood center serving SSM Medical Centers throughout the St. Louis Metropolitan area, including Cardinal Glennon Children’s Medical Center, where Jake receives his treatments.