The Richmond community is coming together once again to support one of its own. The third annual blood drive honoring Jonathan Clarke, a longtime firefighter battling leukemia, will take place Feb. 18-19 at the Greater Richmond Convention Center.

Clarke, who has served with the Richmond Fire Department for more than 20 years, has been undergoing treatment for leukemia. The blood drive, organized in his honor, aims to support others in need of lifesaving transfusions while also rallying support for Clarke and his family.

The event will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on both days at the convention center, located at 403 N. 3rd St.

Donors can enter at the East Marshall Street entrance. All participants will receive a thank-you gift. The blood drive is sponsored by the American Red Cross.

Those interested in donating can schedule an appointment at redcrossblood.org using the sponsor keyword FFAC or call 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767).