Blood Drive

Donate blood at our blood drive event to save lives! More details and sign-up below.

Join CTC and CCCC in partnership with Memorial Blood Centers (MBC) for our upcoming blood drive event!

Date: Thursday, April 17
Time: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location: Bloodmobile at CTC Study Center (1295 Gibbs Avenue)

We have 32 spots available, so let's come together as a community and make a difference by donating blood. Your donation can save lives!

Sign-up:

Click here to sign-up for the Blood Drive

(or visit mbc.org/searchdrives and enter sponsor code 5113).

What to Expect:

Registration & Check-in (10-15 minutes) – You fill out paperwork and answer health screening questions (if not completed earlier).
Health Screening (10-15 minutes) – A technician checks your temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and hemoglobin levels.
Blood Donation (8-10 minutes) – About 1 pint of blood is drawn.
Recovery & Refreshments (10-15 minutes) – You rest and have a snack to prevent lightheadedness before leaving.

Questions/Support:

If you have any questions about eligibility or other logistics, please reach out to MBC at 888.GIVE.BLD (888-448-3253).

Can I Donate Blood?

As a blood donor, you are a vital part of a team of individuals working together to save the lives of hospital patients in our area. Most people qualify as blood donors, even if they are taking medications.

Basic Requirements to Donate Blood

Donating blood is safe and convenient when you are:

In good health
17 years or older (16 with written parental consent)
At least 110 pounds (female donors aged 16-18 have additional height and weight restrictions)
Antibiotics (except antibiotics for acne) if taken for infection, accept 1 day after last dose provided donor meets all other criteria.
Symptom-free for at least 72 hours following a cold or flu

Some medical conditions/medications, recent tattoos, piercings, or travel may impact eligibility. Learn more about common reasons people can’t donate.

Before Donating, It's Important to Prepare:

Increase intake of high iron foods
Ensure you have had no cold or flu symptoms for the past 3 days
Eat a full meal 2-4 hours before donation
Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids
Get a good night's sleep
Bring a valid ID
Review donor eligibility criteria at mbc.org/guidelines

Informative Videos

We also have some informative videos to share from Memorial Blood Centers:

CTC Map showing the Bloodmobile at the Study Center Building

Your participation can make a real difference in someone's life. Let's come together and support this vital cause. See you there!