The Freeborn/Mower chapter of the Red Cross will host two blood drives next week.

The YMCA in Austin will host a blood drive from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on April 21. The Red Cross will host a blood drive from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 21 at its office at 305 Fourth Ave. NW in Austin.

Make a difference this spring by rolling up a sleeve for patients in need. Visit www.redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) to learn more and schedule an appointment.