People in our community need blood transfusions to survive.

Every 2 seconds, someone in the United States needs blood. Demand is high, but you can help.

You save lives by donating blood, platelets, and plasma at Houchin Community Blood Bank mobile drives. By donating, you do something kind for others, and your generosity makes a difference in someone’s life.

What to Eat Before You Donate

A Complete Guide 

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BECAUSE YOU GIVE, I LIVE.

"I talk about my life differently now, because, without the bone marrow transplant, I would have lost it."

Chad Hathaway, Donation Recipient

"I'm lucky to be alive. It could have been a whole lot different."

Todd Layfield, Donation Recipient

"I went to the blood bank, and I saw people I didn't even know saying my wife's name, and they were there to donate blood to her."

Pedro Amador, husband of donation recipient

"I don't donate because of the benefits for me, but I donate to give people hope and a fighting chance at life. You never know whose life you'll save!"

Kaily Perez, Donor

Current Donation Promotions

05_Disney Gift Card Giveaway

Wednesday, 5/1 - Friday, 5/31

All successful donations will automatically be entered for a chance to win a $2,000 Disney Gift Card. The winner will be randomly selected and contacted on Monday, June 3rd.

05_Kidfest Social Graphic

Monday, 5/6 - Saturday, 5/11

All successful donations will automatically be entered for a chance to win a family 4-pack of tickets to Kidfest. 25 winners will be randomly selected on Monday, 5/18

05_Riley Green Tickets

Monday, 5/6 - Tuesday, 5/7

All successful donations will automatically be entered for a chance to win a pair of tickets to see Riley Green in concert. The concert takes place on Friday, May 10th, at Dignity Health Amphitheater.

Be a Lifesaver in Your Community.

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You Donate Blood, Platelets, or Plasma

Don’t worry — it will only pinch for a split-second. And the good you do will literally last a lifetime. Donating through mobile drives or donation centers is quick and easy. Check your eligibility here.

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Medical professionals save lives

Some heroes wear scrubs, and they use donor blood, platelets, or plasma to help patients in hospitals and trauma centers. When they have the supply they need, they can save lives.

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People Live, thanks to donors like you

One pint of blood can save up to three lives. If we come together as a community arm in arm, how many lives could we save? Let’s go all-in for more stories and happy endings!

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