Lee Hartmann

ON-SITE BLOOD DRIVESThough we may be socially distanced, we can still come together to get behind a common cause. On-site blood drives can be held almost anywhere, from churches and businesses to recreation centers, libraries and clubhouses. We have a few basic requirements: We ask for a minimum of 30 people to participate.You must have either an inside location that meets specific requirements for staff and equipment or an outside location suitable for a bloodmobile.You will need to raise awareness of the blood drive, educate donors about the constant need for blood, and be passionate, persistent and dedicated.

Cameron County, Texas

Hidalgo County, Texas

Sandy Vasquez

Vitalant exists to help people realize their life-transforming potential by offering convenient blood donation opportunities and sharing our expertise in transfusion medicine. Founded in 1943, Vitalant is the nation’s largest independent, nonprofit blood services provider exclusively focused on providing lifesaving blood and comprehensive transfusion medicine services. We comprise a network of about 120 donation centers across the U.S., each with its own rich history and legacy. Vitalant is an internationally known and respected leader that continues to push the boundaries to advance the experience, practice and application of transfusion medicine. With our national footprint, deep community roots and specialized services, we are the thread that connects people and resources together to fuel progress in transfusion medicine. Our shared mission to save and improve the lives of others is our greatest strength. Read more about our collective impact. Bringing together top experts in our fieldInspiring people to give bloodProducing a safe and ready blood supplyOffering specialized patient services and pharmaceuticalsAdvancing cutting-edge research, andEmbracing continuous quality improvement and operational excellence.Vitalant provides blood and special services to patients in about 900 hospitals across the U.S. Millions of people in communities throughout these states depend on generous volunteer blood donors and our dedicated team to make sure lifesaving blood is available when and where it is needed. Learn more about special donation opportunities, news and activities in your community and beyond. World-renowned, Vitalant Research Institute is engaged in scientific studies ranging from blood donor epidemiology to cellular therapy to virus discovery. Vitalant is a partner in the operation of Creative Testing Solutions, the largest independent blood donor testing organization in the U.S. Several high-volume laboratories spanning the country test 70 percent of the nation’s blood supply. Our BioCare for-profit subsidiary has wide-reaching distribution capabilities to quickly and efficiently deliver therapeutic biologicals such as albumin, coagulation factors and Rh immune globulin to hospitals, clinics and physician offices. CanyonCARE Rx, part of BioCare, is a full-service pharmacy specializing in medications for hemophilia, von Willebrand disease and other bleeding disorders. And, our organization is self-insured with our wholly-owned subsidiary Canyon State Insurance. Vitalant is a founding member of AABB (a professional organization that provides standards development and accreditation for blood centers) and was a driving force in the creation of America's Blood Centers (a consortium of independent community blood centers throughout the U.S. and Canada, including Vitalant). Both organizations play a major role in communicating advances in transfusion medicine nationwide.

Vitalant Blood Donation

 As a blood drive coordinator, you will encourage donors in your area to join you and work toward a common goal. If you just want to be part of something that helps people, or if you have a specific desire to honor the memory of a loved one, the time to act is now.