SANDY, UT (June 8, 2020) – The Larry H. Miller Group of Companies (LHM Group) and the American Red Cross conducted a week-long blood drive at Vivint Smart Home Arena that collected 715 pints of blood that could save upwards of 1,000 lives during COVID-19.
“The American Red Cross is incredibly grateful for the number of individuals that donated at the blood drive sponsored by the Larry H. Miller Group of Companies last week,” said Red Cross Regional Executive Heidi Ruster. “By far the largest drive in our (Utah/Nevada) region this year, the results will make the difference for thousands of lives. During this time, the need is great and we are so fortunate for our donor’s and Larry H. Miller’s generosity.”
“We couldn’t be more pleased with the results of the blood drive and the number of patients who were helped,” said Greg Miller, director for the LHM Group of Companies. “The American Red Cross and our partners collaborated to create a safe, efficient and effective model. LHM’s mission to enrich lives was in full swing during ‘Driven to Assist,’ and we thank everyone who volunteered their time and who donated to make it a success.”
The “Driven to Assist” blood drive welcomed the community to the home of the Utah Jazz from June 1-5, including donations from Jazz player Joe Ingles, Utah Department of Health Epidemiologist Dr. Angela Dunn, Salt Lake Chamber President and CEO Derek Miller, and University of Utah Health CEO Dr. Michael Good.
In addition to the American Red Cross, other community partners of the “Driven to Assist” campaign include the Utah Department of Health, ARUP, HCA Healthcare, Intermountain Healthcare, Steward Health Care, University of Utah Health, Salt Lake Chamber of Commerce, and Downtown Alliance.
Last month, the LHM Group staged a six-day statewide food drive at its car dealerships, movie theatres and sports facilities to support the Utah Food Bank and help address food insecurity conditions caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
The “Driven to Assist” food drive collected 23,541 pounds of canned food donations plus $4,668 in financial contributions for the equivalency of 36,772 meals.
