The American Red Cross has two blood drives planned for the next week, the organization said, noting that one in seven patients entering a hospital will need a blood transfusion while only 3% of Americans give blood.

The drives include one noon to 6 p.m. Friday at the Randall Oaks Recreation Center, 500 N. Randall Road in West Dundee, and another 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Feb. 28 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 480 N. Walkup Road in Crystal Lake.

Donors of all blood types – particularly type O blood donors, the most needed blood group by hospitals – are needed daily to meet demand, the Red Cross said in a news release.

The organization is encouraging donations by providing a $10 Amazon gift card to all who donate in February. Donors will also be entered to win a trip for two to Clearwater Beach, Florida.

To book an appointment, go to RedCrossBlood.org, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, or call 800-RED CROSS.