You Said It: This is Why We Donate Blood

Among the donors at today's are nurses, contractors, retirees and GM workers. Some are young, some are old, most are somewhere in between.

Blood drive coordinator Stephanie Ubaydi, an Oakland Township resident, is donating her fourth pint of blood today at . Rochester resident Jim Housel has donated more than 40 pints in his lifetime.

Polly Williams, of Rochester Hills, gave her 101st pint today.

And though they may not otherwise share much in common with each other, today they are all taking a moment of their time to donate blood – a that is .

Watch as they explain why they donate – and why they think it's important for others to donate, too.

To make an appointment to donate, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). Donors can also click here to find nearby blood drives.