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House of Ukraine and San Diego Blood Bank Partner Up To Boost Blood Supply
Give Back. Save Lives. San Diego Blood Bank is proud to partner with House of Ukraine on a series of blood drives inspired by gratitude, compassion, and connection. Through this initiative, House of Ukraine is bringing people together to donate life-saving blood for local patients and give back to the
Limited-Edition Marvel Spider-Man T-Shirt for Blood Donors July 27-August 31,2026
Swing By and Save Lives July 27 through August 31, 2026 Every day, local patients count on heroes like you. From July 27 through August 31, 2026, donate blood at any San Diego Blood Bank or Southern California Blood Bank donor center or mobile blood drive. As our way of
July Newsletter 2026
Summer is a time for vacations, weekend getaways, and long days in the sun. But while many routines pause for the season, the need for blood doesn’t. In fact, summer is one of the most difficult times of the year to maintain a healthy blood supply. As fewer people donate,
Blood Donation is More Inclusive Than Ever
Blood Donation and the LGBTQ+ Community: What You Need to Know Blood Donation is More Inclusive than Ever At San Diego Blood Bank, we believe everyone who is eligible to donate blood should have the opportunity to help save lives. In 2023, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) implemented
Blood Donors Needed to Help Boost the Nation’s Strained Blood Supply This Summer
The following statement has been issued by AABB, America’s Blood Centers (of which San Diego Blood Bank is a member) and the American Red Cross regarding the status of the nation’s blood supply: The Association for the Advancement of Blood & Biotherapies (AABB), America’s Blood Centers, and the American Red
June Newsletter 2026
Summer has arrived, bringing longer days and new opportunities to make a difference. Every blood donation tells a story—of generosity, resilience, and hope. Whether you’re a first-time donor or have been giving for years, your support helps ensure patients have access to the lifesaving blood products they need when it matters most.
Celebrating 50 Years of Saving Lives at the Robert A. Heinlein Comic-Con Blood Drive
Join us July 22–26 and help us reach our goal of 3,500+ donations. With Great Power Comes Great Responsibility For 50 years, San Diego Blood Bank and Comic-Con® have partnered to host one of San Diego’s most unique and enduring blood drives. Join us July 22–26 for our 50th Robert
Donate Blood July 1–21 & Get an Exclusive, Premium Woven Beach Towel
Make Waves, Save Lives. Summer in Southern California brings beach days, vacations, and a welcome change of pace. Unfortunately, it’s also one of the most challenging times of year to maintain a healthy blood supply, as many regular donors are traveling or away from their usual routines. From July 1–21,
Celebrating World Blood Donor Day 2026
Honoring Every Donor, Every Drop: World Blood Donor Day 2026 Each year on June 14, the world unites to recognize World Blood Donor Day—a moment to raise awareness of the life-saving power of blood donations and thank those who give from the heart. At San Diego Blood Bank, we’re proud
Press Releases
Select SAN DIEGO BLOOD BANK’S 50TH ROBERT A. HEINLEIN BLOOD DRIVE AT COMIC-CON EXCEEDS GOAL, COLLECTING MORE THAN 3,500 PINTS SAN DIEGO BLOOD BANK’S 50TH ROBERT A. HEINLEIN BLOOD DRIVE AT COMIC-CON EXCEEDS GOAL, COLLECTING MORE THAN 3,500 PINTS
SAN DIEGO BLOOD BANK’S 50TH ROBERT A. HEINLEIN BLOOD DRIVE AT COMIC-CON EXCEEDS GOAL COLLECTING MORE THAN 3,500 PINTS
FINAL DAY OF 50TH ROBERT A. HEINLEIN BLOOD DRIVE AT COMIC-CON AIMS TO REACH 3,500 PINT GOAL TODAY
FINAL DAY OF 50TH ROBERT A. HEINLEIN BLOOD DRIVE AT COMIC-CON AIMS TO REACH 3,500 PINT GOAL TODAY
DAY THREE OF COMIC-CON INTERNATIONAL’S 50TH ROBERT A. HEINLEIN BLOOD DRIVE BRINGS MORE THAN 730 PINTS
DAY THREE OF COMIC-CON INTERNATIONAL’S 50TH ROBERT A. HEINLEIN BLOOD DRIVE BRINGS MORE THAN 730 PINTS
