Stanford Blood Center

Stanford Blood Center and San Jose Sharks Join Forces for Annual 'Save a Life' Blood Drive

On Saturday, January 20, 2024, Stanford Blood Center (SBC) is teaming up with the San Jose Sharks for their annual 'Save a Life' blood drive. Now in its 18th year, this continues to be one of SBC's most popular drives, with an anticipated 200 blood donors. "The San Jose ...

16 January 2024

Stanford Blood Center Celebrates National Blood Donor Month

Did you know that every two seconds in America, someone urgently needs blood? This need extends beyond unexpected emergencies like car crashes, encompassing a wide range of medical treatments such as cancer therapies, cardiovascular and orthopedic surgeries, and organ an...

9 January 2024

New Blood Donor Center Opens in Dublin Offering a Gift Card and Chance to Win $3000 in Groceries

December 18, 2023 — Media Release (for immediate release)MEDIA CONTACT: Julie Peachey650-353-1379julie.peachey@stanford.edu

19 December 2023

Donate Blood and Get a Gift Card Plus a Chance to Win $3000 in Groceries

December 13, 2023 — Media Release (for immediate release)MEDIA CONTACT: Julie Peachey650-353-1379julie.peachey@stanford.edu

13 December 2023

New Blood Donor Center Opens in Dublin, Offering Free T-Shirt and Prize Drawing

Dublin, CA - Stanford Blood Center is excited to announce the opening of a new Tri-Valley donor center in Dublin. The center aims to provide a convenient and welcoming space for local residents to donate blood and make a positive impact in their community.

4 December 2023

Critical Blood and Platelet Shortage at Stanford Blood Center

Cancellations due to cold and flu have caused supplies to fall to concerning levels. Bay Area residents encouraged to make appointment as soon as possible to support local patients.

27 September 2023

Urgent Need for Blood Donations at Stanford Blood Center

High usage and low appointments make for extra challenges this August.

11 August 2023