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AURORA, Colo. (KDVR) — Peyton Manning made his way to Children’s Hospital Colorado on Thursday afternoon to donate blood during this time of need.

Photo Credit: Children’s Hospital Colorado
Photo Credit: Children’s Hospital Colorado

Children’s Hospital Colorado is asking those who are able to donate blood or platelets to call 720-777-5398 to be screened over the phone and to schedule ana appointment to donate.

To keep donors safe, Children’s Colorado is taking the following precautions to prevent exposure to COVID-19:

  • disinfecting all shared surfaces in between donors
  • screening all donors and technicians  
  • spacing chairs 6 feet apart and providing food sealed in individual packages 

If you live in other parts of Colorado, you can find a Vitalant location near you.