The nonprofit New York Blood Center is offering a pint for a pint deal to the public in order to mitigate a blood shortage. Anyone who donates a pint of blood will receive a voucher for a pint of beer, cider, wine or a soft drink at a local brewery.
Twenty-five breweries and restaurants are participating in the blood drive, which lasts until Sept. 10 in New York City. Donors will not be able to redeem their vouchers on the same day they donate blood.
“We are more than happy to offer a free pint of beer to someone who selflessly gives blood to help save others,” said Paul Halayko, co-owner of the Newburgh Brewing Company.