The Mets will host their annual Winter Blood Drive for the New York Blood Center on Thursday, January 5, in Citi Field’s Caesars Club from 10 am to 5 pm (Hodges VIP Entrance). Parking is available in Lot G located on 126th Street.

Donors must be 17 years of age (16 with parental permission), weigh at least 110 pounds and be in good health. Fans donating blood will receive a voucher redeemable for a pair of tickets to a select Mets game in April 2012 (bring ID with photo or signature) and a coupon to receive 15% off regularly priced merchandise at the Mets Team Store on January 5, 2012, only. Season Ticket Holders who donate blood will get 20% off regularly priced items upon showing their Season Ticket Holder ID card. The Mets Team Store will be open from 10:00 am until 6:00 pm.

Call 1-800-933-BLOOD for more information.

Give the gift of life, give blood.