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Less than 1% of people in the U.S. give platelets. Your special gift save lives!

Your platelets are lifesaving reinforcements in the battle against cancer.
  • Every 15 seconds someone needs platelets. Platelets must be used within five days and new donors are needed every day. 
  • Less than 1% of people in the U.S. give platelets. That’s why we need you. Get rewarded for your lifesaving impact.
  • We will track your platelet donations and send you updates throughout the year.
  • Earn at least 200 points when you come give platelets, up to 30 times within a 365-day period.1
  • Use points to redeem up to ten (10) $10 e-gift cards anytime throughout the year and/or save your points to redeem one (1) exclusive American Red Cross merchandise item when the store opens January 2027.1
  • Create a Red Cross donor profile account and/or login to see your points and redeem rewards.

2026 Platelet Donor Rewards

Giving is Rewarding. Save your points to redeem one exclusive American Red Cross merchandise item when the store opens in January 2027.
2026 American Red Cross loyalty reward knit beanie in red with embroidered logo patch on the cuff.

Beanie Hat

400 Points
 

Keep warm wherever the day takes you. This lightweight yet cozy beanie keeps you comfortable on chilly mornings, weekend adventures and everywhere in between. Easy to wear, easy to love — this is the cold-weather staple you’ll reach for again and again.
Dimensions: 8.8”L x8.4”H

Black two-tier bento box with four compartments and white American Red Cross logo on the lid for the 2026 loyalty reward.

Bento Box

800 Points
 

Meals on the go, made easy. Designed with two stackable compartments, this bento box keeps your food organized. A leak-resistant lid helps minimize messes, while the utensils including a fork, knife and sauce container fit perfectly inside for grab-and-go convenience.
Dimensions: 7.4”L x 5.9”H x 3.9”W

2026 loyalty reward black long-sleeve crewneck sweatshirt with the American Red Cross logo embroidered on the left chest.

Crewneck

1,200 Points
 

Comfort, but make it cool. This relaxed crewneck features dropped shoulders and a roomy fit for all-day comfort. Finished with soft ribbed trim at the collar, cuffs and hem, it’s your go-to for lounging in or layering up when temperatures drop.
Unisex Sizes: Small – 3X Large

2026 American Red Cross loyalty reward black perforated waterproof tote bag with logo and stiff handles.

Tote Bag

2,400 Points
 

Carry it all, effortlessly. This sturdy yet stylish tote features a modern rubber-like finish that’s as durable as it is eye-catching. Perfect for everyday use — your new go-anywhere essential.
Dimensions11.8”L x 5.1”W  x 14.1”H

$10 gift card

$10 e-gift card
500 Points

You can also use your points to redeem up to ten (10) $10 e-gift cards anytime throughout the year. Choose from your choice of merchants.

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Featured In Your Local Donation Center
No point redemption necessary

Plus, come give platelets at least 18 times this year and automatically be featured in your local donation center!2

How It Works

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Give Life

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Earn Points

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Get Rewarded

Our Platelet Donor Rewards program was made for generous donors like you! Earn at least 200 points each time you come give platelets, up to 30 times within a 365-day period. You’ll even earn points for blood and AB Elite plasma-only procedures! Earn enough points to redeem up to ten (10) e-gift cards throughout the year and/or save up for one (1) exclusive American Red Cross merchandise item when the store opens January 2027. Points are set to expire the last day of the month in the following year from which they are earned. Everyone who comes to donate will earn points, but you’ll only be able to redeem rewards if you have a RedCrossBlood.org account or a Blood Donor App profile.1 Learn more >>

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Earn Points for Your Donations

Total Points Earned for Each Donation = Base Points + Procedure Bonus +  Need Based Bonus1
 

Base Points – 100 Points
Earned for each donation1

Procedure Bonus – 100 Points
Platelet donation

Need Based Bonus – Varies
Offered limited times throughout the year

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Why Your Donations Matter

For millions of Americans, platelets are essential to surviving and fighting cancer, and donations are needed every day. Every 15 seconds someone needs platelets. Platelets must be used within five days and new donors are needed every day. That's why your donations are so important and appreciated.

 

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1 Terms and conditions apply. Please see for RedCrossBlood.org/Rewards more details.

2 Eligible donors with 18 or more platelet donation attempts between January 1, 2025, and December 31, 2025 will automatically have their name included on a plaque in their local donation center.

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