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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 Comic-Con Robert A. Heinlein 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, Comic-Con®, and the Robert A. Heinlein Society have partnered to host one of San Diego’s most unique and enduring blood drives. Join us July
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
May Newsletter 2026
Spring continues to build momentum at San Diego Blood Bank, and this month marks an exciting milestone with the official close of our merger with Vitalant—expanding our collective reach and strengthening our ability to serve patients across the region. That growth is only possible because of supporters like you. From
Donate Blood in June and Get a Save the Humans T-Shirt
Calling All Earthlings! Donate Blood to Save the Humans and Get an Exclusive Vintage Bootleg-Style T-shirt* in June Be a hero for humankind! Your life-saving blood donation is needed to support local patients. As a gift for rolling up your sleeve, all June blood donors will get an exclusive ‘Save
2026 USPFC Community Blood Drive
The Results are in, and Law Enforcement takes the Win! Between May 10-23, twenty-one first responders donated blood with San Diego Blood Bank — that’s as many as 63 lives saved! EMS – 2 Donations Fire – 7 Donations Law Enforcement – 12 Donations Thank you to San Diego’s law
Donate blood in May and get a Disney Goofy T-shirt
Get a Disney® Goofy® T-Shirt When You Donate in May. It’s a Southern California Blood Bank exclusive! Keep the magic alive for local patients when you donate blood May 1-31, 2026. All donors receive an exclusive Disney® Goofy® T-shirt* as a thank you. Available for a limited time at Irvine
April Newsletter 2026
April is a season of renewal—and a time to celebrate the people who strengthen our community through generosity and service. During Volunteer Appreciation Month, we’re especially grateful for the volunteers who give their time and energy to support San Diego Blood Bank’s life-saving mission. Their dedication enhances the donor experience,
Press Releases
SAN DIEGO BLOOD BANK URGES COMMUNITY TO DONATE AS SUMMER BLOOD SUPPLY DECLINES
SAN DIEGO BLOOD BANK URGES COMMUNITY TO DONATE AS SUMMER BLOOD SUPPLY DECLINES
WORLD BLOOD DONOR DAY CELEBRATES BLOOD DONORS, REMINDS COMMUNITY ABOUT NEED FOR BLOOD DONATIONS
WORLD BLOOD DONOR DAY CELEBRATES BLOOD DONORS, REMINDS COMMUNITY ABOUT NEED FOR BLOOD DONATIONS
CALLING ALL EARTHLINGS: DONATE BLOOD AND GET AN EXCLUSIVE “SAVE THE HUMANS” VINTAGE BOOTLEG-STYLE T-SHIRT THIS MONTH
CALLING ALL EARTHLINGS DONATE BLOOD AND GET AN EXCLUSIVE SAVE THE HUMANS VINTAGE BOOTLEG-STYLE T-SHIRT THIS MONTH
