Top Ten Reasons to Give Blood by Michael P. Westhead 10. Life is give and take. So take a break and give some blood. 9. When you give blood, somewhere in this world you have a blood brother. 8. It’s better to give than receive. (Unless you’re on the receiving end) 7. It’s the only time at work, when you do something good, you get a cookie. 6. It’s one of the few things you can do in this world that’s free. 5. It’s the only time you get to give someone a pint that doesn’t cost $5.00. 4. Action.