Deerfield Couple Receives Certificate of Appreciation from Vitalant

Gil and Linda Antokal, longtime Deerfield residents, were recently honored with a Blood Drive Coordinator Certificate of Appreciation from Vitalant. This recognition celebrates their 31 years of hosting blood drives, during which they organized 125 drives and collected approximately 5,000 units of blood, helping nearly 15,000 people in need.

The Antokals’ dedication to this life-saving cause is a testament to the power of giving and the difference one family can make in a community. Their story continues to inspire others to step up and support this vital effort.

To learn more about hosting a blood drive, visit Vitalant’s website. For the original article, visit the Daily Herald here.