Immediate Need
Immediate Need
Come to give May 20-31 for an exclusive Red Cross beach towel, while supplies last! Plus, you’ll automatically be entered for a chance to win a trip for two to the 2023 MLB® All-Star Game®. Learn more»
Come to give May 20-31 for an exclusive Red Cross beach towel, while supplies last! Plus, you’ll automatically be entered for a chance to win a trip for two to the 2023 MLB® All-Star Game®. Learn more»
ALERT: IMMEDIATE NEED FOR DONORS
37,000 fewer Red Cross blood donation appointments have been made in May than what’s necessary to ensure patients have the blood they need in the coming weeks. Help can’t wait. Please book your appointment now »

Donating blood today? Complete your pre-reading and health history questions online using any device, before visiting your blood drive location.

Are you eligible for blood donation? Find out about the eligibility requirements to donate blood today. Learn about general health, travel, medications, tattoos, and more.

Blood donors who are Black play a critical role in helping sickle cell disease patients receive the most compatible blood match. Donors needed to meet this urgent need.
Help Save Lives.
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Help Save Lives.
Donate Blood.
Online creators Lindsay Arnold, Abbie Herbert & Lindsey Gurk share their stories about the importance of blood donation.
Online creators Lindsay Arnold, Abbie Herbert & Lindsey Gurk share their stories about the importance of blood donation.
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Volunteer opportunities include supporting blood donations and delivering much-needed services to your community.
Volunteer opportunities include supporting blood donations and delivering much-needed services to your community.

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