Hard Rock Casino Tejon Donates $10k to Community Blood Bank

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Hard Rock Casino Tejon President, Chris Kelley (right), presents Jonathan Bautista, CEO of Houchin Community Blood Bank (left), with a $10,000 check to support the efforts of the blood bank.

BAKERSFIELD, CA – Hard Rock Casino Tejon has donated $10,000 to Houchin Community Blood Bank during a check presentation at the non-profit’s Bakersfield location, supporting its lifesaving mission serving Kern County and the surrounding region. In addition to the donation, Hard Rock Casino Tejon team members participated in an on-site blood drive, further supporting local hospitals and patient needs. 

“Houchin Community Blood Bank plays a critical role in the health and safety of our community,” said Chris Kelley, President of Hard Rock Casino Tejon. “We’re proud to support an organization whose work saves lives every day, and we’re equally proud of our team members who stepped up to donate blood in support of this important cause.” 

“Hard Rock Casino Tejon’s generous $10,000 gift will make a meaningful difference in saving lives for our community,” said Jonathan Bautista, CEO of Houchin Community Blood Bank. “Houchin Community Blood Bank is truly grateful for their partnership and commitment to supporting local patients.”

Houchin Community Blood Bank is the primary provider of blood products to area hospitals and relies on community donors and partnerships to maintain a safe and stable blood supply.