Upcoming Blood Drives

All drives are open to the public. Reserve a time to give today and bring a friend. All donors receive a $5 coupon valid at all UMMC vendors.

Problems? E-mail the UMMC Blood Drive Team

Top 5 Reasons To Give Blood

• Your donation could save up to three lives.
• Someone needs blood in the U.S. every two seconds.
• A single car accident victim can require up to 100 units of blood.
• It is the right thing to do, and will make you walk a little taller.
• UMMC uses more than 36,000 units of blood a year.
• Learn more facts about blood, needs and supply, the donation process and more. (PDF)

Read what motivates some UMMC employees to give blood, and see their advice to those who haven't yet donated.

Read the top 10 reason people choose not to donate and how the Red Cross addresses these concerns.

Learn More About Blood Donation