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SRP Federal Credit Union’s Community Blood Drive Saves Up to 84 Lives in the CSRA

 

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North Augusta, SC – SRP Federal Credit Union employees and community members alike lined up to support local patients through SRP’s Community Blood Drive on May 5 at the SRP Administrative Campus.

 

With a total of 28 pints donated by 42 participants, the drive resulted in enough blood to provide lifesaving support for up to 84 patients. Donors could choose to give blood inside Shepeard’s “Bloodmobile” mobile units at SRP, or they could elect to donate in support of SRP’s drive at any of Shepeard’s donor centers.

 

The Shepeard Community Blood Center and SRP Federal Credit Union collaborate quarterly to host a community blood drive. In 2025, the four blood drives at SRP’s Administrative Campus resulted in enough donations to save up to 267 lives.

A woman donates blood inside a mobile donation unit.
Grace Helms, Director of Consumer Growth at SRP, donates inside one of the Shepeard Bloodmobiles.

Grace Helms, SRP Director of Consumer Growth, was among the 32 SRP employees who participated in the blood drive. She reflected on the impact of her donation and the generosity of her fellow donors.

 

"At SRP, supporting our community is part of who we are. Participating in our onsite blood drive is a meaningful reminder that even a small act can make a big difference in someone’s life,” said Helms.

A woman donates inside one of Shepeard's Bloodmobiles.
"I donated blood today because my universal blood type gives me the chance to help anyone, anywhere, in their most critical moments. It’s inspiring to know that such a simple act can bring hope and potentially save lives within my community. Being able to give something so vital reminds me how powerful even one person’s contribution can be," said Paeton Harris, SRP Contact Center Agent.
A man donates blood inside a mobile donation unit.
Josh Rhoden, SRP Marketing and Communications Manager, is a regular donor at SRP's quarterly blood drives. "In just 30 minutes, I can help save someone’s life. Why wouldn’t I donate?" he said.

About SRP

SRP Federal Credit Union is headquartered in North Augusta, South Carolina, and provides a full range of financial services to more than 200,000 members. SRP serves the banking needs of individuals, families, and businesses across 10 counties in Georgia and South Carolina. Recognized for its commitment to member service and community impact, SRP was recently named Best-In-State Credit Union in Georgia by Forbes and one of America’s Best Credit Unions in South Carolina by Newsweek. For more information, visit www.srpfcu.org.