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A•WARD [uh-wawrd]
- noun
1. something awarded, as a trophy, lapel pin or certificate of achievement for good merit.

- explanation
1. having the courage and dedication to give blood, save lives, and the desire to put an end to blood shortages.

Awards program
The Blood Bank of Alaska High School Challenge AWARDS program is designed to recognize the individual achievements of high school blood donors. Students are currently recognized for their achievements in sports, academics, band, etc. and this is the Blood Bank of Alaska’s way of recognizing personal student achievements for making the commitment to give blood, save lives in the community and put an end to blood shortages in Alaska.

H.S. HERO: Give blood 3 times

Giving blood 3 times within the school year takes dedication and planning and your efforts truly help put an end to blood shortages throughout the year. The patients in need of your LIFEsaving gift cannot thank you enough for your efforts and the Blood Bank of Alaska recognizes your dedication by awarding you an exclusive High School HERO lapel pin in addition to your certificate of achievement. That’s something to be proud of!

H.S. achiever: Give blood 2 times

Giving blood 2 times within the school year shows great achievement in the community and the Blood Bank of Alaska will award you with an official Certificate of Achievement recognizing your LIFEsaving efforts. Show your pride by displaying it for all to see. You’ve earned it!

H.S. donor: Give blood 1 time

Giving blood 1 time during the school year in support of your high school blood drive gets you a FREE Alaska High School Challenge T-Shirt. Not only will you be the envy of all your friends, you can wear your t-shirt with pride knowing that you were brave enough to meet the challenge and Save a LIFE. Wearing your t-shirt in public tells the community how special you really are and that the life you save could be theirs. They’ll thank you for it!