To commemorate the 17th anniversary of 9/11, the American Red Cross along with the Jersey City Department of Public Safety and Suburban Propane will be holding its fourth annual Jersey City Police and Fire 9/11 Memorial Blood Drive.

On Tuesday, September 11th from 8 AM to 6 PM, you can donate blood at the Hyatt Regency Hotel (2 Exchange Place). All donors will receive a Red Cross first aid kit (while supplies last), courtesy of Suburban Propane. There’ll also be a program with Jersey City, Red Cross and Suburban Propane officials at 10:30 AM.

Over 600 pints of blood have been collected by the Red Cross as a result of the annual Jersey City Police and Fire 9/11 Memorial Blood Drive. The goal for this year’s drive is 174 pints. Close to 200 first responders and community members are expected to participate, and you can join them!

If you’d like to know the requirements for blood donation, check out the American Red Cross’ website. Eligibility is based on health and lifestyle. Remember to bring a form of identification.

Parking will be validated for attendees at One Parking, located at 10 Exchange Place. The blood drive will be held in the Hudson Ballroom; the program will be held in the Riverside Room.