Meet Rachel, a blood donor and the coordinator of this week's blood drive at Target Plaza. When her son was born, he received more than 30 units of blood products that helped save his life during heart surgery. Today, he’s 18 months old and thriving. ❤️

While serving in Afghanistan, Nick 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. “And your body makes more, so don’t be stingy.”

🚨 Memorial Blood Centers 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/3LxCQBF

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.

From January 3–10, stop in to donate and enter to win one of five UNRL #Vikings hoodies. Here’s how to enter: ➡️ Join us to donate at any center or drive ➡️ Scan the QR code at your donation site ➡️ Fill out your name, email, phone number, and hoodie size

🚨 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/4saMBq6

⏰ You have until this Friday to donate blood and choose your thank-you gift: a 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/3LxCQBF

Our hearts are with Providence today. 💔 Hospitals rely on a ready supply during emergencies, and your donation can save lives. If you are eligible, please make an appointment as soon as possible: https://www.mbc.org/donate-blood/ Every donor makes a difference.

Are you part of the Platelet Pact!? Join us to donate platelets twice before 2/5 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 ➡️ mbc.org/pact

Please join us in celebrating Cornelius, who reached an incredible milestone today, 100 platelet donations! 💯🩸 Cornelius has spent years showing up, rolling up his sleeve, and giving patients a second chance at life.

"Oh, the weather outside is frightful But the blood center is so delightful And since we've no place to go Let it flow, let it flow, let it flow!" 🩸

Want to know one of the biggest green flags out there? ➡️ Being a blood donor! It shows you care about your community, you’re willing to help others, and you’re not afraid to roll up your sleeve to save a life. Young donors are the future of our blood supply!

Last week, we teamed up with our friends in the magical world of "Romantasy" at the Fables & Flames blood drive! From book lovers to fantasy fans, the community came out strong for their very first blood drive with us. Together, we collected 20 lifesaving units ❤️

The US relies entirely on volunteer donors for our blood supply, yet only about 3% of eligible Americans give. Today, we’re asking you to help add to that 3%. Giving blood is a powerful way to make an impact. https://www.vox.com/future-perfect/470672/blood-donation-how-to-history-giving-tuesday

Patients across our community rely on blood and financial donations to survive. Your gift today ensures that hospitals are ready, patients are cared for, and lives are saved. Every dollar counts — don’t wait. Donate now. https://bit.ly/3Y26yl2

Platelets are essential for patients. They help blood clot, prevent dangerous bleeding, and often mean the difference between crisis and recovery. But there’s a challenge: platelets have a shelf life of only 5–7 days, so we rely on dedicated donors to keep our supply strong.

Meet Madison, a 16-year-old junior and proud first-time donor who pushed past her fear to make a difference. “My mom usually gives blood, and she says it’s a good deed,” Madison shared. “Once they put the needle in, it’s not that bad… and I’m scared of needles.”

We’re thankful for you — the lifesavers who make it possible for patients to spend more holidays with the people they love. From our family to yours, thank you for making a difference and have a happy Thanksgiving. 💛 Join us to donate before 11/30 and get a Lifesavers t-shirt.

Meet Eric, one of our incredible platelet and blood donors, who just celebrated an amazing 275 lifetime donations! When asked what keeps him coming back, Eric shared, “I have my health, and if I can share it with someone that needs it… that’s great!”

You have until THIS SUNDAY to snag your special-edition Lifesaver t-shirt! Schedule your donation today at a donor center or drive ➡️ https://bit.ly/3LxCQBF Give thanks. Give blood. Be a Lifesaver.

Right now, our region’s O-negative and platelet supplies are at a dangerously low level. Join us for just one hour this week and make a lifesaving difference. 🩸 📍 Find a center or drive near you: https://bit.ly/3LxCQBF

Stop by to donate at any center or drive from 11/23 to 11/30 and you'll receive our Thanksgiving-edition Lifesaver t-shirt as a thank-you for helping patients. Your donation can make all the difference for someone spending the holidays in a hospital instead of at home.

Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood. Accident victims, cancer patients, newborns, and those undergoing surgeries all rely on a steady supply of blood. But right now, that supply is critically low. If you’ve ever thought about giving blood, now is the time!

Today we’re celebrating one of our newest lifesavers — Josephine, a first-time donor who stepped up at her school’s fall blood drive because of a simple but powerful reason: “I just want to give back to the community. I know there’s a lot of hospitals that need blood.”

When Colbert needed four units of lifesaving blood, he and Estrella felt the power of donors firsthand. Now, they come and give back by donating themselves. 💙 Estrella put it best, "It’s not scary… just a few minutes of your time can touch a lot of people."

This Veterans Day, we’re honoring donors like Josh— a regular platelet donor who learned he’ll be deployed early this month. Before leaving home to serve our country, Josh made one last lifesaving donation: a triple platelet to help patients in need. ❤️ #VeteransDay #DonorStory

A huge congratulations to platelet and blood donor Michael B., who just celebrated an incredible 10 gallons donated! 👏👏 Thank you, Michael, for showing us what dedication looks like and for helping countless patients through your generosity.

Memorial Blood Centers was proud to present a check to #SecondHarvestNorthland following the success of our #SaveOneFeedOne campaign. For every person who came in to donate blood, we donated $1 to support SHN’s mission to fight hunger in our community.

Thank you to everyone who rolled up their sleeves (or shark fins) to help save lives. The need for blood doesn’t take a holiday, and that’s why giving during times like #Halloween is so important. Hospitals still rely on a steady supply of blood to help patients every single day.

While you're planning costumes and carving pumpkins, remember there's still a big need for blood donations this fall. Donating blood is a simple way to make a difference and be a real-life superhero! Only 3 in 100 people donate blood—let’s change that this Halloween!

If you're an All Seasons donor, make sure to get your fall donation in soon! Whether you're dressed as a vampire or just here to save lives, there’s no trick — your donation is the treat patients are counting on.

When you start donating blood young, you’re building a habit of giving that truly matters. Every donation helps patients in need — from accident victims to cancer patients — and strengthens your community’s blood supply for years to come. Start young. Give often. Save lives.

George doesn’t just give blood, he gives from the heart. During his recent visit, he shared a beautiful poem he wrote about the importance of donating and helping others. George reminds us that every donation tells a story — one of kindness, hope, and the power to save lives.

High school students play a huge role in keeping our community blood supply strong. Nearly 1 in 5 donations come from young donors, proving that it’s never too early to make a lifesaving impact. 💪

Patricia's father, a longtime firefighter, donated blood throughout his life and reached an incredible 6 gallons. Inspired by his example, Patricia began donating 12 years ago and has now surpassed 5 gallons! As an O+ whole blood donor, she’s helping save lives with every visit.

The school year is in full swing and we couldn't be more grateful for the hundreds of students who have already come out to donate! Did you know that high school and college donors account for roughly 20% of all donations nationwide? Cheers to the next generation of lifesavers!

Your financial contributions make stories like Julia’s possible. Born with a blood disorder called Beta Thalassemia Major, Julia survived thanks to hundreds of blood and financial donors. You can help create more stories like hers ➡️ https://bit.ly/3WIctuW

Colleen and Michael are back for their regular blood donor date! This amazing duo makes it a habit to give back every 56 days. When asked why they do it, Colleen said, “Because it saves lives and it’s so important to give back!” Michael added, “…and we don’t get out enough!” 😄

Members of our community need you now! Multiple liver transplants are happening this week at our local hospitals — and each can use up to 100 units of blood! That’s dozens of donors needed for every patient. 🩸 Book your donation now — lives depend on it! https://bit.ly/4ftHBqU

Like father, like daughter — Mark and Saiorse are giving back and making memories along the way. When asked why she loves donating, Saiorse said, “It’s family time! It’s a father/daughter date. We go out to dinner after. I get to spend time with my dad....and also the snacks!”

Looking for a date night idea that’s a little more outside the box? For their latest date, Bracha (a seasoned pro with 9 donations) walked Chaim through the process and helped him make his very first donation! Grab your partner and turn date night into a lifesaving experience.

Young donors, like Sophie, are a powerful reminder of how critical those under 25 truly are. "We are the future of the blood supply. We’re the ones who will determine whether hospitals have the blood they need when someone’s life is on the line."