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National Blood Donor Month 2026: Honoring Life-Saving Heroes
January is National Blood Donor Month—a time to honor the remarkable individuals whose generosity saves lives and strengthens our community. Blood donors are true heroes, stepping up to provide a lifeline to patients in need. This annual observance highlights the critical importance of blood donation, especially during winter when supplies
Donate at the 2026 San Diego International Auto Show
Come For the Cars, Donate Blood For the Community Stop by the blood drive inside the San Diego Convention Center (between Lobbies D & E) during the San Diego International Auto Show and help save local lives. You’ll receive: Two (2) FREE admission tickets, An exclusive, collectible T-shirt* featuring a
December Newsletter 2025
As we reach the end of the year, it’s a good moment to pause and acknowledge the impact our community has made together. Your donations, your time, and your support have helped patients and their families get through some of their toughest days. At San Diego Blood Bank, we see
Yeti or Not, It’s the Season to Save Lives!
EXTENDED DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND! Donate blood with us through January 25, 2026, and get a “Yeti or Not, Make a Difference” long-sleeve t-shirt, while sizes and supplies last!* Every donation helps ensure that patients in hospitals across Southern California have access to the blood they need during the winter
November Newsletter 2025
As the days turn a little cooler, we can’t help but feel a deep sense of gratitude for the community that surrounds us. This is the season when we pause to appreciate the everyday moments that bring us together and remind us we’re all connected. At San Diego Blood Bank,
Join Us at the 7th Annual Sports San Diego Blood Drive
Donate Blood and Help Save Local Lives at the 7th Annual Sports San Diego Blood Drive, Presented by Kaiser Permanente Sports San Diego and San Diego Blood Bank are hosting a blood drive as we head into the holidays—a time of year when blood donations are greatly needed to support
Hoag Blood Drives Return to Support Local Patients
Southern California Blood Bank and Hoag Classic Tee Up to Save Lives During Critical Blood Shortage Southern California Blood Bank is thrilled to announce our renewed partnership with Hoag Classic, Orange County’s only PGA TOUR Champions event, taking place from March 25th to 29th, 2026. This collaboration will leverage the
October Newsletter 2025
Giving is Good Dear friends, It’s one of our favorite times of the year…spooky season, and donors like you are keeping the vampires at bay and our blood supply strong. Your blood donations and support of our mission ensure that our community blood supply is stable and ready to save
A1C Testing with Your Blood Donation: What You Need to Know
At San Diego Blood Bank, your donation saves lives—but it can also help you learn more about your own health. This November, all donors who give blood, plasma, or platelets will receive Hemoglobin A1C (A1C) testing with donation. The A1C test is one of the most widely used screenings to
Press Releases
NATIONAL BLOOD DONOR MONTH HIGHLIGHTS NEED FOR BLOOD DONATION THROUGHOUT THE YEAR
NATIONAL BLOOD DONOR MONTH HIGHLIGHTS NEED FOR BLOOD DONATION THROUGHOUT THE YEAR
SAN DIEGO INTERNATIONAL AUTO SHOW BLOOD DRIVE GIFTS DONORS WITH TICKETS AND T-SHIRTS
SAN DIEGO INTERNATIONAL AUTO SHOW BLOOD DRIVE GIFTS DONORS WITH TICKETS AND T-SHIRTS
YETI OR NOT, SAN DIEGO BLOOD BANK INVITES YOU TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE THIS DECEMBER
YETI OR NOT, SAN DIEGO BLOOD BANK INVITES YOU TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE THIS DECEMBER
