Blood Donation
One donation. Up to three lives.
Learn about the life-saving impact of blood donation, check your eligibility, and understand what to expect during the process.
The Impact
Every donation makes a real difference
At our launch-day drive, donors gave in minutes what patients wait days for — a simple act with an outsized impact.
1 donation
Can save up to 3 lives
Every 2 seconds
Someone, somewhere, needs blood
56 days
Between whole-blood donations
Your blood can help treat
Cancer Patients
Chemotherapy and radiation treatments often require blood transfusions.
Accident Victims
Emergency situations often require immediate blood transfusions.
Surgery Patients
Many surgical procedures require blood products for safety.
Maternity Patients
Complications during childbirth may require transfusions for mother and baby.
Sickle Cell Patients
Regular transfusions help manage symptoms and prevent complications.
Eligibility
Can you donate?
Most healthy adults can donate blood. Check the basic requirements below.
Basic requirements
- Age 16–65 years old
- Weight at least 50 kg
- Generally good health
- No recent tattoos or piercings (6 months)
- No recent travel to certain countries
- Not currently pregnant
- No recent illness or infection
- Not on certain medications
Additional considerations
Medications
Some medications may affect your ability to donate. Check with staff about anything you're taking.
Recent Procedures
Recent surgeries, dental work, or medical procedures may require a waiting period before donation.
Travel History
Recent travel to certain countries may require deferral periods due to disease risk.
Lifestyle Factors
Certain lifestyle factors may affect eligibility. All information is kept confidential.
The Process
What to expect
Understanding what happens during your donation helps you feel prepared and comfortable.
- 1
Registration & Health Check
10–15 minutesComplete registration, provide ID, and undergo a basic health screening including blood pressure, temperature, and iron levels.
- 2
Medical History Review
5–10 minutesAnswer confidential questions about your health history, travel, and lifestyle to ensure donation safety.
- 3
Blood Donation
8–12 minutesThe actual collection process, where approximately one pint of blood is collected safely and comfortably.
- 4
Recovery & Refreshments
10–15 minutesRest and enjoy refreshments to help your body recover, and monitor for any adverse reactions before leaving.
Total time: Approximately 45–60 minutes
The entire process from check-in to check-out typically takes about an hour. The actual blood collection only takes 8–12 minutes.
Ready to save lives?
Join the heroes who donate blood and help save lives in their communities.