This weekend can’t wait. Platelet donors are urgently needed to help meet patient demand and every appointment makes an impact. Be the reason someone gets the care they need. Donate platelets + receive a $20 e-gift card. Sign up ➡️ https://bit.ly/4elEAu0

The future of the blood supply starts with young donors! High school and college students play a critical role in keeping our communities healthy. With fewer people donating in recent years, it’s more important than ever for the next generation to step up and donate.

🚨 Urgent need for platelet donors this weekend! Patients are counting on us and just a few hours of your time can help save multiple lives. Step up when it matters most. Donate platelets this weekend + get a $20 e-gift card. Register now ➡️ https://bit.ly/4elEAu0

The #bloodsupply depends entirely on people stepping up to give. Donating blood is one of the simplest ways you can support your community. In just one hour, you can help save lives and ensure hospitals have what they need to care for patients when it matters most. #blooddonor

Now’s the time to step up! When you stop by to donate #platelets twice between now and June 25, you’ll receive your choice of: 💛 A $40 e-gift card 💛 OR a premium puffer vest Give twice. Help more patients. Feel the impact. Registration is required ➡️ https://bit.ly/3OD5tPG

Your post could be the reason someone else walks through our doors this week❤️ After your donation, snap a quick selfie and share it, whether it’s your smile, your snack, or that post-donation glow. Your story might be exactly what someone needs to see today.

We're in urgent need of 50 more platelet appointments this weekend to meet patient demand, and your donation can truly move the needle. Don’t wait — join us to donate platelets by April 14 and receive a $20 e-gift card. Registration required ➡️ https://bit.ly/4srhjuc

From recipient to donor, Jeff's story comes full circle. After receiving transfusions during his battles with leukemia and lymphoma, Jeff recently donated for the first time in nearly 10 years. “It is better to give than receive…now that I can, I will continue to give."

This Easter, be a good egg! Roll up your sleeve and donate blood. It’s a simple way to make a big impact. Don't forget, when you hop into a donor center or drive by April 8, you'll receive our limited-edition Lifesaver tote bag.

“Donors don’t just give blood…they give futures.” 🩸 Emily received 19 units of blood during two transfusions for postpartum hemorrhage. A longtime donor, that day became her “Alive Day” & deepened her commitment to give. Help shape someone’s tomorrow. https://bit.ly/3PA1lQy

Donate at any donor center or blood drive between April 1–8 and receive a mini Lifesavers #totebag, a small but mighty symbol that you stepped up for patients in need. Roll up your sleeve, make an impact, and carry your lifesaver status wherever you go. https://bit.ly/3PA1lQy

🚨🩸 Our O- inventory is at a critical level, with less than a 3-day supply remaining. O+ is also in constant demand, as it can help the majority of patients and is one of the most commonly used blood types in hospitals. Schedule your appointment today: https://bit.ly/3PA1lQy

From emergency situations to ongoing medical treatments, patients rely on donated blood to survive and heal. There’s no substitute for blood and it can’t be manufactured, only generous donors can provide it. Are you ready to join the team? Roll up your sleeve and make an impact!

Longtime donor MaryEllen brought her daughter, Stephanie, and her grandson, James, to her most recent donation. Even more exciting, James made his very first donation and officially joined the lifesaver club! 🎉

Every day, patients rely on lifesaving blood transfusions, and the need never takes a break. That’s why it’s so important for young people to step up and donate. Young donors play a critical role in keeping our blood supply strong, especially during times when donations drop.

Join us this Saturday at #FolkloreTattoo and make a lifesaving impact! https://bit.ly/4rko0xm As a thank-you for donating: 👕 All presenting donors will receive an “I Give Where I Live” t-shirt 🎁 Two donors will be randomly selected to win a $50 gift card to Folklore Tattoo

Harry’s new album = 43 minutes. A blood donation = about an hour. Why not do both and make a difference while you listen! 🎧 Roll up your sleeve, make a difference, and remember: Donate Occasionally, Eat Cookies All the Time 🕺 #HarryStyles

The need for blood never stops, but it can only be met when people in our community choose to roll up their sleeves and donate. One donation can help up to three patients and give families more time with the people they love. If you’re eligible, consider making an appointment.

How did Allison chose to spend her birthday? By saving lives with a few of her closest friends! “I loved my birthday blood drive,” Allison shared after her group's donation. “It was so nice to know we helped so many people we don't even know.”

Want to make a difference this weekend? The need for blood never slows down, and hospitals are counting on us to replenish the supply quickly. The best time to donate is now! Schedule an appointment to give blood or platelets at https://bit.ly/46uC3cq

Moments like this remind us why blood donation matters, not just today, but for generations to come. Every donor who rolls up their sleeve helps ensure that when this young lifesaver grows up, a strong and reliable blood supply will be there for her and her community.

Meet Abbie, an EMT who’s making a lifesaving impact on and off the clock. “We had a patient that was really sick, and they were hanging blood for him, so I’m having a full-circle moment,” Abbie shared. Now in paramedic school, Abbie says donating feels especially meaningful.

In 2022, Vinny was diagnosed with a rare and aggressive form of kidney cancer. More than 30 blood and platelet transfusions helped carry him through treatment, one day at a time. Today, Vinny is thriving as a passionate jiu-jitsu athlete and an advocate for blood donation.

Healthy? ✅ Feeling well? ✅ Have about an hour to spare? ✅ Donations have dropped, but patient needs never stop — accidents, surgeries, cancer treatments, and emergencies happen every single day. You can make a lifesaving difference: https://bit.ly/3WRaV1V

Thinking about donating blood? Trust us, the snacks are worth it. The need for blood donors remains constant, and every donation truly makes a difference. If you’ve been thinking about donating, this is your sign! Come in, relax in a donor chair, and enjoy some great snacks.

David started donating blood back in high school, and years later, he’s still rolling up his sleeve. Today, he’s made more than 170 lifetime donations of whole blood and platelets. What began as a simple act of kindness has become a lasting commitment to helping others.

Join us in celebrating four first-time platelet donors, Kaitlyn, Jarrod, Sydney, and Bryant! They all came out to support their sister, who is currently battling an illness. Their donations are a beautiful example of how family and community come together when it matters most.

In honor of National Blood Donor Month, we asked our donors one simple question: “Why do you donate blood?” ❤️ And all month long, you filled our walls — and our hearts — with your answers. Here are just a few of the reasons our donors show up. 👇

In 2024, Valentina was diagnosed with Aplastic Anemia, a rare and serious bone marrow failure disorder. As part of her treatment, she needed more than 20 blood and platelet transfusions — each one made possible by generous donors who rolled up their sleeves to help a stranger.

Our community’s blood supply is critically low, and patients are depending on donors. Every day, blood is needed for surgeries, cancer treatments, trauma patients, and emergencies that don’t stop just because supplies are low. When donations drop, lives are put at risk.

ABO Joe wants you to know that our blood supply is at critically low levels. Winter weather, seasonal illness, and missed appointments have caused donations to drop. There is no substitute for donated blood. If you’re eligible, please make an appointment as soon as you can!

When Rosalynn heard about the #bloodemergency, she came straight out to donate. Her decision to roll up her sleeve means someone’s surgery can move forward, someone’s treatment can continue, and someone’s life can be saved. Thank you, Rosalynn, for stepping up. 💪

Platelet donors are urgently needed before this weekend's storm! Platelets have a shelf life of only 5–7 days. That means our supply needs constant replenishment, and we rely on dedicated donors to keep it strong. #platelets #plateletdonor

In 2022, Vinny’s life changed forever when he was diagnosed with a rare and aggressive form of kidney cancer. Over the months that followed, Vinny received more than 30 blood & platelet transfusions. Today, Vinny is not just a survivor, he’s a powerful voice for blood donation.

🚨 Nebraska Community Blood Bank Declares Blood Emergency 🚨 Donations are down 40%, leaving a less than 2-day supply for hospitals. Trauma, surgery & cancer patients need you. Be a lifeline. Donate blood today: https://bit.ly/3WRaV1V

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. reminded us that “Everybody can be great, because everybody can serve.” This MLK Day, honor his legacy through an act of service that saves lives. Donating blood is a simple way to make a powerful impact in your community. Be a lifesaver.

While Nick was serving in Afghanistan, he saw firsthand just how critical blood can be. “Once I found out I had O negative [blood], I thought it was important. You never know who you’re helping,” he says.

There’s a Loyalty Program for every donor: whole blood, double reds, platelets, or plasma. Pick the one that fits your blood type and help save more lives year-round. Join today.

Three generations of women from the Rios family answered the urgent call to donate blood, continuing a powerful tradition of saving lives. Alma started this lifesaving legacy in 1988. Gina became a regular donor in 1997, and Ariana proudly made her first donation in 2022.

For more than 20 years, the Munnich family has gathered around the holidays to donate blood and give a gift that truly matters. What started as a family tradition has become a powerful example of giving back during a time when donations are historically low.

Talk about a beautiful way to end the year. Please help us congratulate Doug on reaching 200 lifetime donations! Doug is a familiar face at our Cattle Bank & Trust Blood Drive, which he supports every eight weeks without fail. His dedication has helped save countless lives!

🚨 Platelet donors needed NOW 🚨 Platelets save lives every day — and supplies are critically low. Join us to donate by January 15 --> 🎁 Receive an eGift card Make an immediate impact. Book your appointment today: https://bit.ly/3MZGm8z

⏰ You have until this Friday to donate blood and choose your thank-you gift: a cozy beanie or a pair of our “Lifesaver” socks! The need for blood is urgent. Holiday travel, winter illnesses, and the New Year slowdown mean donations drop when patients still rely on every unit.

Fallon first donated during the holiday season in December 2002, when she was a 17-year-old high school student. She transitioned to platelets 15 years ago after learning how critical platelets are for pediatric cancer patients.

Santa’s helpers are hard at work this week! Not only did these two friends bring big smiles to our donor center, they also gave a gift that truly matters: lifesaving blood for patients in need. Donors like these remind us that a little kindness can go a long way.

Team members Tracy and Gabby are twinning for a great cause! When you join us to donate blood before January 2, you’ll get your choice of a cozy beanie or a pair of lifesaver socks as our thank-you. Supplies are low, the need is high, and every donation makes a difference.

Even with a very full schedule this time of year, Santa still made time to save lives 🎅🩸 If Santa can find the time, so can you! Join him in spreading a little extra holiday cheer by donating blood. It’s one gift that truly makes a difference.

Laura learned the importance of giving blood by watching her father lead by example. Together, Laura and her dad have donated enough blood to help more than 300 patients, proving that one family’s commitment can make an incredible impact. ❤️

Holiday schedules are busy — and that’s exactly why we need you.​ Donations dip each December, but the need from patients still depends on them.​ ​ Join us to donate from 12/20 to 01/02 and you'll receive fuzzy socks or a beanie as our thank-you: https://bit.ly/3WRaV1V

Are you part of the Platelet Pact? Join us to donate platelets twice before February 5 and you’ll receive your choice of a premium puffer vest or a gift card as our thank-you! Donate additional times and score even more gift cards. Registration required ➡️ ncbb.org/pact