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Donate Blood in March and Get a Limited-Edition “Lifesaver League” Duffel Bag
Let’s Go! This March, we’re bringing the energy of game day to blood donation and thanking donors with a limited-edition Lifesaver League duffel bag that celebrates teamwork, strength, and showing up when it matters most. All blood donors who give from March 1- 31, 2026, receive an exclusive duffel bag*.

February Newsletter 2026
February is often associated with love. At San Diego Blood Bank, we see that reflected in the steady commitment of donors, volunteers, and supporters who help ensure patients have what they need, when they need it. Every donation plays a role in supporting families during difficult moments and strengthening the

Donate Blood at WonderCon 2026
Donate blood during WonderCon® and get a limited-edition Wolverine T-shirt*. We’re excited to announce our continued partnership with the Robert A. Heinlein Society to host another 3-day blood drive at WonderCon this year, happening March 27–29, 2026 at the Anaheim Convention Center. WonderCon badge holders and attendees are encouraged to

Donate Blood in February and Get a Box of Thin Mints® Girl Scout Cookies®
One Sweet Way to Give Back Mmmmmm, cookies!!!! In partnership with Girl Scouts San Diego, from February 1–28, 2026, all blood donors will receive a box of Thin Mints® Girl Scout Cookies®*. That means you can save lives and satisfy your sweet tooth at the same time. Talk about a win-win.

January Newsletter 2026
A new year brings a fresh start, and it also gives us the opportunity to recognize the impact people make when they choose to help others. January is National Blood Donor Month—a time to acknowledge the donors, volunteers, and supporters who keep our community strong. At San Diego Blood Bank, we

One Week Only! Donate Blood January 26-31 and Get a Limited-Edition Padres Winter Blood Drive Long-Sleeve T-Shirt
One Week Only! Get a Limited-Edition Padres Blood Drive Winter T-Shirt* when you donate blood from January 26-31, 2026. Winter is the perfect time to be a hometown hero.Donate blood at any San Diego Blood Bank donor center or mobile blood drive and score an exclusive 2026 Padres Winter

Hoag Blood Drives Return in 2026
Southern California Blood Bank and Hoag Classic Tee Up to Save Lives Southern California Blood Bank is thrilled to partner with Hoag Classic, Orange County’s only PGA TOUR Champions event, taking place from March 25th to 29th, 2026. This collaboration will leverage the reach of the tournament to raise awareness

San Diego Blood Bank and San Diego Padres Team Up for Padres Winter Blood Drive 2026
Save Lives at the Padres Winter Blood Drive on January 27 Donate blood during National Blood Donor Month at one of San Diego’s most iconic locations—the Padres Winter Blood Drive in Gallagher Square at Petco Park. Your donation helps ensure local patients have the blood they need during the winter

San Diego Blood Bank and Vitalant Announce Strategic Merger to Enhance Community Blood Services
Nonprofit organizations unite to expand reach, strengthen resiliency, and deliver innovative healthcare solutions San Diego, Calif. (Jan. 7, 2026) — San Diego Blood Bank and Vitalant, two nonprofit leaders in community blood services, today announced they have entered into an agreement to merge. This strategic partnership, supported by the boards
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SAN DIEGO BLOOD BANK UNVEILS NEW LIFESAVING BLOODMOBILE
Media Advisory – SAN DIEGO BLOOD BANK UNVEILS NEW LIFESAVING BLOODMOBILE
GIRL SCOUT TROOPS GIFT SAN DIEGO BLOOD BANK DONORS WITH THIN MINTS®, CELEBRATING ONGOING PARTNERSHIP
GIRL SCOUT TROOPS GIFT SAN DIEGO BLOOD BANK DONORS WITH THIN MINTS®, CELEBRATING ONGOING PARTNERSHIP
SAN DIEGO BLOOD BANK AND GIRL SCOUTS SAN DIEGO RENEW SWEET PARTNERSHIP FOR SECOND YEAR
SAN DIEGO BLOOD BANK AND GIRL SCOUTS SAN DIEGO RENEW SWEET PARTNERSHIP FOR SECOND YEAR