Photos from the 2009 Gail Singer Memorial Blood Drive

1. 2009 Gail Singer Memorial Blood Drive August 25 & 26, 2009 Radisson Inn, Manchester, NH

2. Donor Pride We’re quite proud of our record-breaking status! Much thanks to all who have made it possible over the years.

3. 2009 Miss NH Lindsey Graham, Mrs. Bernice Singer and Stephen Singer greeted each blood donor at the door.

4. NH Governor John Lynch stopped by to kick things off and lend his arm.

5. Over 1,400 productive pints were collected! Bob, a Merchants Automotive Group employee, was one of over 1,775 people who attended the blood drive and rolled up his sleeve to donate.

6. Our super-drive is one well-oiled machine!

7. And the staff is absolutely wonderful!

8. Mo the Clown is a balloon animal master!

9. Our friends from Hannaford keep everyone nourished with snacks and beverages.

10. Refreshment and friendly conversation.

11. Manchester Monarchs’ Max Max has been with us for years, always supporting the blood drive and putting smiles on faces.

12. All smiles! We are very lucky to have so many wonderful employees and volunteers on-hand to make each and every donor feel welcomed. They certainly help first-time donors feel at ease, too!

13. The Reminisants An appearance by special guests The Reminisants had everyone singing along.

14. Players from the Manchester Wolves signed autographs and mingled with the crowd.

15. Donating blood puts a smile on everyone’s face 

16. Thank You! The Singer Family and the American Red Cross thank you for making the 2009 Gail Singer Memorial Blood Drive such a success. We look forward to upholding our record as New England’s largest blood drive for many years to come. All the best! All photos featured in this presentation were taken by Dick Morin.

17. Save the Date! August 24 & 25, 2010 Join us for the 27th Annual Gail Singer Memorial Blood Drive presented once again by our supporting partner Fairpoint Communications. Radisson Inn, Elm Street, Manchester 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

18. We have many individuals, organizations and businesses to thank for helping to make this drive a success. Here is a sampling of some of our supporting partners.