Today Chuck was honored with a plaque by LifeSouth Community Blood Centers in Citrus County, Florida to celebrate his having donated TEN gallons of blood, one pint at a time.

Chuck with his 10 Galloneer Plaque

As you can see by the picture, Chuck is pretty proud of his achievement and says he is looking forward to donating his next gallon. Considering that it takes 8 pints to equal 1 gallon, and that each pint of blood can save up to 3 lives, that means Chuck has saved up to 240 lives with his 10 gallons. He should be proud!

Chuck first became a blood donor while on active duty in the Marine Corps. After Hurricane Andrew struck south Florida in 1992, he began donating again on a more frequent basis. While on the road in our RV, we both continue to donate blood whenever we are eligible (every 56 days). In addition to being regular donors in Florida, we have also donated blood in New Mexico, Nevada, South Dakota, California, Washington, and South Africa. Chuck says his goal is to eventually donate blood in all 50 states. I’d say he’s on his way.

Congrats on becoming a 10 Galloneer, Chuck. What an awesome accomplishment.