 On July 31st, 2007, EXIT Complete Realty of Houston Texas, hosted a blood drive in association with the Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center. Mike Gray, Broker/Owner, stated that he first took notice of the idea when a staff member, Laurie Maul, told him about her father’s long time commitment as a donor. She said her father, Ralph Eaton, had a passionate devotion and commitment for this cause because he believed in its power and importance. Laurie said that he gave blood religiously right up to the time he could no longer donate because of cancer. Laurie also conveyed that same passion and commitment to the cause. Linda Kint, Regional Owner of EXIT Realty Texas - S.E. commented, "The turnout was really great and it was wonderful to witness so many people taking time out of their day to participate". Mike Gray went on to say, "There is such immediacy about the process that your donation could actually save a life". It turns out that as a result of the drive; in fact, as many as 75 lives could be saved according to T.J. McLaughlin of the Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center. T.J. says, "Historically, July is one of the months with the largest demand for blood units due to accidents as a result of summer activities and an increase in people traveling resulting in traffic related accidents. These increased demands for blood units leave the center dangerously low". "We chose the end of July for that reason," says Mike. "You could not ask for a better partner than the Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center. Their organization was extremely helpful. They were so very professional and helpful and just were there every step of the way." Mike stated that, "when we heard from the Center about what we had accomplished we were all so thrilled - we will make a difference in seventy five lives and I am so proud that EXIT Complete Realty was able to make something like this happen." |
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