PORTAGE (WKZO) -- Michigan Blood is looking for those thankful they have blood to give.

Today's blood drive at their location in Portage was scheduled from 11am to 7pm. Participants will receive a free gift as a thanks for donating.

"Spend an hour donating blood and you'll receive a pumpkin pie," Michigan Blood spokesperson Carolyn Wyllie told WKZO.

Blood drive organizations typically work harder for blood donors during the summer and holiday times, when donations typically drop off, but demand does not.

The Michigan Blood office is located at 524 East Milham Road east of Westnedge in Portage.