Among the many great and wonderful achievements of Mother Teresa is her contribution to the blood donation movement in India. In 1987 she became one of the movement's foremost motivators, appealing to everybody to "love others as He loves you".

According to her "donation of blood is the highest gift to a dear one".

Her appeal drew donors from all walks of life, all economic levels. As long you were healthy, you had riches to give! Giving blood cost you nothing, but earned you love and respect.

The spirit of Mother Teresa continues to inspire blood donors. The simplicity of her message of love is a guide to motivators.