How a Local Business Owner Found a Unique Way to Engage the Community

During the pandemic, many individuals and businesses were seeking new ways to engage with their local communities.

Celebrating International Donor Recruitment Professionals Day

September 21 is International Donor Recruitment Professionals Day. They play a vital role in supporting patients relying on transfusions by creating donation opportunities and inspiring donors to give blood. Join us in celebrating the impact our team members make every day.

BDC Appreciation Week 2023: Celebrating our Blood Drive Coordinators

Vitalant is excited to celebrate our volunteer blood drive coordinators during our third annual Blood Drive Coordinator Appreciation Week, September 24 - 30, during which we celebrate the vital impact coordinators make on patients throughout the year.

Donor Eligibility Update: A Letter from Dr. Vassallo

Earlier this year, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced its final guidance on individual donor assessment, which evaluates blood donor eligibility independent of gender or sexual orientation, while maintaining the safety of the blood supply.

Continuing Her Father's Legacy

Kirsten grew up with a great example of blood donation: her father. Today she continues her father's legacy by hosting blood drives.

Blood Drive Coordinator Spotlight: Blood Recipient to Host First Blood Drive

Blood drive coordinators have many reasons that motivate them to host a blood drive. For many, their lives have been touched by blood donation through a friend, family member, or co-worker. For others, like Kerri their personal experience as a blood recipient inspires them to pay it forward.