The American Red Cross continues to amplify the ongoing critical need for blood and platelets to keep the blood supply stable as fall begins. Donors of all blood types, especially those with type O blood, those giving platelets and those who have never given before, are needed now.
Only 3 out of 100 Americans donate blood. With the blood supply still at critical levels, every single donation is key to making sure all patients relying on lifesaving transfusions, including car accident victims and those living with sickle cell disease, get the care they need.
Fall into donating blood or platelets. Make an appointment to give now by visiting RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1-800-RED CROSS or by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App. In thanks, those who come to give by Sept. 30 will receive a $15 e-gift card to a merchant of choice. See RedCrossBlood.org/Fall for details.
Those who come to give Oct. 1-31 will receive a $10 Amazon.com Gift Card by email, plus be automatically entered for a chance to win one of three $5,000 gift cards. For full details, visit RedCrossBlood.org/Treat.
Upcoming blood donation opportunities Sept. 23-Oct. 15:
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Barry
Cassville
9/27/2024: 12 p.m. – 4 p.m., Cassville United Methodist Church, 601 Gravel St
Monett
9/23/2024: 12 p.m. – 4 p.m., Drury University Monett Campus, 400 4th Street
10/14/2024: 1 p.m. – 6 p.m., First Christian Church, 603 4th Street
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Barton
Lamar
10/14/2024: 11:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., First Baptist Church, 1301 East 6th Street
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Bates
Rich Hill
9/24/2024: 1 p.m. – 6 p.m., Rich Hill Christian Church, 300 E Walnut (A Highway)
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Benton
Warsaw
9/23/2024: 12 p.m. – 4 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 154 W. Washington St.
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Camden
Lake Ozark
10/1/2024: 12 p.m. – 4 p.m., Mt. Carmel Baptist Church, 755 Bagnell Dam Blvd.
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Dade
Lockwood
9/26/2024: 1:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m., American Legion, 710 Locust
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Greene
Springfield
9/23/2024: 11 a.m. – 5:15 p.m., Springfield Blood Donation Center, 313 E. Battlefield, Ste B
9/24/2024: 11 a.m. – 5:15 p.m., Springfield Blood Donation Center, 313 E. Battlefield, Ste B
9/27/2024: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Springfield Blood Donation Center, 313 E. Battlefield, Ste B
9/28/2024: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Springfield Blood Donation Center, 313 E. Battlefield, Ste B
9/28/2024: 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., Washington Avenue Baptist Church, 1722 N. National Ave.
9/29/2024: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Springfield Blood Donation Center, 313 E. Battlefield, Ste B
9/30/2024: 11 a.m. – 5:15 p.m., Springfield Blood Donation Center, 313 E. Battlefield, Ste B
10/1/2024: 11 a.m. – 5:15 p.m., Springfield Blood Donation Center, 313 E. Battlefield, Ste B
10/4/2024: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Springfield Blood Donation Center, 313 E. Battlefield, Ste B
10/5/2024: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Springfield Blood Donation Center, 313 E. Battlefield, Ste B
10/6/2024: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Springfield Blood Donation Center, 313 E. Battlefield, Ste B
10/7/2024: 11 a.m. – 5:15 p.m., Springfield Blood Donation Center, 313 E. Battlefield, Ste B
10/8/2024: 11 a.m. – 5:15 p.m., Springfield Blood Donation Center, 313 E. Battlefield, Ste B
10/11/2024: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Springfield Blood Donation Center, 313 E. Battlefield, Ste B
10/12/2024: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Springfield Blood Donation Center, 313 E. Battlefield, Ste B
10/13/2024: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Springfield Blood Donation Center, 313 E. Battlefield, Ste B
10/14/2024: 11 a.m. – 5:15 p.m., Springfield Blood Donation Center, 313 E. Battlefield, Ste B
10/15/2024: 11 a.m. – 5:15 p.m., Springfield Blood Donation Center, 313 E. Battlefield, Ste B
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Henry
Clinton
9/25/2024: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m., The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 297 NW 40 Rd
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Howell
West Plains
9/24/2024: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 503 West Main Street
10/15/2024: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Missouri Department of Conservation West Plains, 551 Joe Jones Boulevard
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Jasper
Joplin
9/30/2024: 8 a.m. – 1 p.m., Kansas City University, 2901 St Johns Boulevard
10/1/2024: 8 a.m. – 12 p.m., The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 2107 South Indiana Avenue
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Laclede
Lebanon
10/15/2024: 12 p.m. – 4 p.m., Cedarhurst Assisted Living, 842 Lynn St
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Ozark
Gainesville
9/25/2024: 12 p.m. – 5 p.m., First Christian Church, 301 Disciples Lane
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Stone
Reeds Spring
9/25/2024: 3 p.m. – 7 p.m., The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 9113 E State Highway 76
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Webster
Seymour
9/24/2024: 2 p.m. – 7 p.m., Diggins Baptist Church, 3700 Normandy Rd
In addition to providing lifesaving blood products, the Red Cross mobilizes relief to families affected by disasters, trains people in lifesaving skills and provides services to active and veteran U.S. military personnel and their families. Donors can feel good knowing that by supporting the Red Cross, they can help family and friends in their communities and across the country.
How to donate blood
Simply download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or enable the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device to make an appointment or for more information. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age in most states (16 with parental consent where allowed by state law), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.
Blood and platelet donors can save time at their next donation by using RapidPass® to complete their pre-donation reading and health history questionnaire online, on the day of their donation, before arriving at the blood drive. To get started, follow the instructions at RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass or use the Blood Donor App.
Amplify your impact − volunteer!
Another way to support the lifesaving mission of the Red Cross is to become a volunteer blood donor ambassador at Red Cross blood drives. Blood donor ambassadors help greet, check in and thank blood donors to ensure they have a positive donation experience.
Volunteers can also serve as transportation specialists, playing a vital role in ensuring lifesaving blood products are delivered to nearby hospitals. For more information and to apply for either position, visit redcross.org/volunteertoday.
