- Donate
BloodWho Can Donate
Wondering if you're eligible to donate blood? Guidelines include health, medication and travel.
ELIGIBILITYFind a Location
Find a blood donation location close to you, and schedule your appointment.
FIND A LOCATIONFirst Time Donor?
We'll guide you through the safe and simple donation process and answer any questions you have.
DONATION PROCESS - Organize a
Blood DriveSchool Drives
Organizing a blood drive at your school provides you with leadership opportunities.
LEARN MORECorporate Drives
Promote teamwork at your office by organizing a blood drive for your company.
LEARN MORECommunity Drives
Community blood drives are a great way to bring people together for a good cause: saving lives.
LEARN MORE - Educational
ProgramsIn the Classroom
We offer blood education programs from Pre-K to High School about the benefits of blood sciences and blood donations.
LEARN MORELunch and learn
Our Lunch and Learn sessions are for any business or organization that wants to serve the community by supporting blood donations.
LEARN MORETake a Tour
Learn what happens to blood after your donation. Student tours are available at CBC's downtown Dayton location.
LEARN MORE - About
BloodWhat's Your Blood Type?
There are eight common blood types, which are determined by the presence of certain antigens.
BLOOD TYPESParts of Blood
Blood is a mixture of 4 components. Each component has a different job important to how your blood works.
BLOOD COMPONENTSWhy is Blood Important?
If people lose blood from surgery or injury, there is only one place to turn - volunteer blood donors.
WHEN YOU NEED BLOOD - Giving
BackBlood Education Program
Collect all three CBC limited edition t-shirts when you register to donate blood three times during the school year.
2022-2023 High SchoolRed Cord Honor Program
Students who register to donate three or more times during high school earn a Red Cord to wear at graduation events.
RECOGNITIONRed Cord Honor Graduate Award
CBC's five Red Cord graduates receive an annual award. CBC's Red Cord Honor Programs provides the opportunity to a five Red Cord graduates to each win $1000 to be applied toward their continued education.
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