11/22/2023
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Today I am officially announcing something that I have been working on for a few months!
I am beyond HONORED and PROUD to tell you all that I am coordinating and hosting the first EVER LGBTQIA INCLUSIVE COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE in the state of Rhode Island.
In partnership with the RI Blood Center and of course my amazing family at Atrium on Main
On December 10th 2023 we will be making a huge step forward in not only this state but in the world. For far to long the LGBTQIA community has been restricted from donating blood for many factors. But as of May 11th 2023 the FDA has made adjustments to it's guidelines now allowing all donors without discrimination to make such a great impact on our world. Donating blood is one of the easiest ways to make a difference and save lives.
As an openly proud gay man, American, business owner, partner, parent, community member, this is something that means so much to me. When I forst accepted myself and "came out" the tremendous amount of love and support that I received for all of you was incredibly overwhelming and heartwarming. But, I did not realize the struggles and discrimination that I would continue to battle on many levels. As we fought for equal rights to LOVE and MARRY , equal rights to have families and raise our children, own our businesses and be protected financially in our country.
Well now I ask one more thing of you... well we all know me I am always getting involved in something so I ask ONE more thing for now lol.... please help me make this event something like no other!!
Along side of the Blood Drive, we will be doing Photos with Santa and a toy drive!!!
The photos will be free!!! All we ask is that you bring a new unwrapped toy or make a cash donation that we will use to purchase toys for local LGBTQIA children's charities.
I know that this is a busy time of the year and we all have so much going on but... with tomorrow being Thanksgiving and as we move into the holidays please help me make this a day to remember.
Thank you all !! Please feel free to inbox be with any questions!!
