Blood Drive
Donate blood at our blood drive event on May 9 to save lives! More details and sign-up below.
Join CTC and CCCC in partnership with Memorial Blood Centers (MBC) for our upcoming blood drive event!
- Date: Thursday, May 9
- Time: 12:30* PM - 4:00 PM
- Location: Bloodmobile at CTC Study Center (1295 Gibbs Avenue)
We have 30 spots available, so let's come together as a community and make a difference by donating blood. Your donation can save lives!
* Update! We've extended the time due to the fantastic turnout we've seen! Thus, the event will now start at 12:30 pm, adding more spots to meet the need.
Sign-up:
| (or visit mbc.org/searchdrives and enter sponsor code 5113). |
Questions/Support:
If you have any questions about eligibility or other logistics, please reach out to MBC at 888.GIVE.BLD (888-448-3253).
Can I Donate Blood?
As a blood donor, you are a vital part of a team of individuals working together to save the lives of hospital patients in our area. Most people qualify as blood donors, even if they are taking medications.
Basic Requirements to Donate Blood
Donating blood is safe and convenient when you are:
- In good health
- 17 years or older (16 with written parental consent)
- At least 110 pounds (female donors aged 16-18 have additional height and weight restrictions)
- Antibiotics (except antibiotics for acne) if taken for infection, accept 1 day after last dose provided donor meets all other criteria.
- Symptom-free for at least 72 hours following a cold or flu
Some medical conditions/medications, recent tattoos, piercings, or travel may impact eligibility. Learn more about common reasons people can’t donate.
Before Donating, It's Important to Prepare:
- Increase intake of high iron foods
- Ensure you have had no cold or flu symptoms for the past 3 days
- Eat a full meal 2-4 hours before donation
- Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids
- Get a good night's sleep
- Bring a valid ID
- Review donor eligibility criteria at mbc.org/guidelines
Informative Videos
We also have some informative videos to share from Memorial Blood Centers:
- What to Expect as a First Time Blood Donor
- Give Blood Song
- Austin's Story
- Hurts More – Stepping on Lego – MBC
- Taking Flight
Your participation can make a real difference in someone's life. Let's come together and support this vital cause. See you there!