Per a press release today, Bethesda has announced an expanded effort to raise money for various charitable organizations at this year’s QuakeCon. While the event has always had charity as a part of the festivities, it’s a much bigger deal this year, with a total of eight different organizations announced as participants. This includes on site blood donations, as well as various incentives to donate money in exchange for a shot at prizes. Bethesda sent over a list of each organization, what it does, and how they will be represented at QuakeCon.
Check out the official details below:
? The American Red Cross is part of the world’s largest humanitarian network, supplying about 40 percent of the nation’s blood. Attendees can provide a lifesaving contribution during the critical summer months by making an appointment online or signing up at the drive on Friday, August 10th and Saturday, August 11th from 11am to 5pm, in Fort Worth Meeting Rooms 1-2 (located on level 2 of the convention center). Donors who take part will receive an exclusive QuakeCon Cooling Towel while supplies last. **Donors must be at least 17 years old and meet American Red Cross requirements for donating blood
? The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention? is a voluntary health organization that gives those affected by suicide a community empowered by research, education and advocacy to take action against this leading cause of death. QuakeCon attendees can stop by and share a chari...