ST. LOUIS — The American Red Cross asks people to help patients in need by making an appointment to give blood or platelets now. Donors of all blood types remain critical to keeping momentum up and the blood supply stable as spring begins.
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We’re joining forces with positive lifestyle brand Life is Good to invite donors to show the power of doing good by giving blood. Those who come to give blood or platelets March 30-April 12, 2026, will get an exclusive Red Cross x Life is Good T-shirt, while supplies last. See RedCrossBlood.org/LifeIsGood for details.
“Life is Good has always been about more than a T-shirt; it's a reminder that the world is full of good worth fighting for, and that spreading optimism starts with the everyday choices we make,” says Linne Kimball, Vice President of Strategic Partnerships for Life is Good. “For us, partnering with the Red Cross was a natural fit, because giving blood is proof that one person and one simple act can make a real difference. We hope this collaboration inspires donors old and new to turn positivity into purpose - because doing good doesn't have to be complicated, sometimes all it takes is rolling up a sleeve.”
Between spring break plans and the return of outdoor activities, busy spring calendars can impact the availability of lifesaving blood products — but the need for blood never stops. “It’s critical that donors make and keep appointments in the weeks to come to help the blood supply stand up to any seasonal disruptions or challenges,” said Paul Sullivan, senior vice president of donor services for the Red Cross. “The Red Cross is grateful to Life is Good for joining us in an important mission - sparking optimism and kindness through blood donation.”
It’s good to give. Grab a spot to donate blood or platelets by visiting RedCrossBlood.org, downloading the Red Cross Blood Donor App, or calling 1-800-RED CROSS.
Upcoming blood donation opportunitiesMarch30-April 12:
ILLINOIS
Jersey
Grafton
4/2/2026: 2 p.m. - 6 p.m., American Legion, 14258 Scenic Hills Dr
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Madison
Alton
3/31/2026: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., The Old Bakery Beer Company, 400 Landmarks Blvd
Bethalto
3/31/2026: 1:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m., Bethalto Senior Center, 100 E Central
Collinsville
4/2/2026: 1 p.m. - 6 p.m., IBEW Local 309, 123 N Bluff Rd
4/8/2026: 12 p.m. - 4 p.m., First United Presbyterian Church, 201 E Church St
Edwardsville
3/30/2026: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m., Edwardsville Gun Club, 4104 Staunton Rd
4/1/2026: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m., Edwardsville YMCA Niebur Center, 1200 Esic Dr
4/8/2026: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Southern Illinois University Morris University Center, 30 Hairpin Drive, Morris University Center; Kimmel Student Center
Glen Carbon
3/30/2026: 1:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m., Glen Carbon Centennial Library, 198 S. Main St.
Godfrey
4/7/2026: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., Lewis and Clark Community College, 5800 Godfrey Rd.
Wood River
4/1/2026: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m., Wood River Fire Department, 501 E Edwardsville Rd
4/9/2026: 1 p.m. - 6 p.m., Love Joy United Presbyterian Church, 2550 Rock Hill Rd
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Randolph
Chester
4/3/2026: 11:30 a.m. - 4 p.m., Chester Memorial Hospital, 1900 State Street
Sparta
4/7/2026: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m., VFW Post 2698, 1911 North Market Street
Steeleville
4/1/2026: 1 p.m. - 6 p.m., American Legion Hall, 305 South Chester
Tilden
4/3/2026: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m., Tilden City Hall, 540 Pine St
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Saint Clair
Fairview Heights
3/30/2026: 12 p.m. - 6:30 p.m., Fairview Heights Blood Donation Center, 10886 Lincoln Trail
3/31/2026: 12:30 p.m. - 7 p.m., Fairview Heights Blood Donation Center, 10886 Lincoln Trail
3/31/2026: 2 p.m. - 6 p.m., First Baptist Church, 10401 Lincoln Trail
4/1/2026: 12:30 p.m. - 7 p.m., Fairview Heights Blood Donation Center, 10886 Lincoln Trail
4/2/2026: 11 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., Fairview Heights Blood Donation Center, 10886 Lincoln Trail
4/3/2026: 8 a.m. - 2:45 p.m., Fairview Heights Blood Donation Center, 10886 Lincoln Trail
4/4/2026: 8 a.m. - 2:45 p.m., Fairview Heights Blood Donation Center, 10886 Lincoln Trail
4/5/2026: 8 a.m. - 2:15 p.m., Fairview Heights Blood Donation Center, 10886 Lincoln Trail
4/6/2026: 12 p.m. - 6:30 p.m., Fairview Heights Blood Donation Center, 10886 Lincoln Trail
4/7/2026: 12:30 p.m. - 7 p.m., Fairview Heights Blood Donation Center, 10886 Lincoln Trail
4/8/2026: 12:30 p.m. - 7 p.m., Fairview Heights Blood Donation Center, 10886 Lincoln Trail
4/9/2026: 11 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., Fairview Heights Blood Donation Center, 10886 Lincoln Trail
4/10/2026: 8 a.m. - 2:45 p.m., Fairview Heights Blood Donation Center, 10886 Lincoln Trail
4/11/2026: 8 a.m. - 2:45 p.m., Fairview Heights Blood Donation Center, 10886 Lincoln Trail
4/12/2026: 8 a.m. - 2:15 p.m., Fairview Heights Blood Donation Center, 10886 Lincoln Trail
Shiloh
4/7/2026: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m., Memorial Hospital Shiloh, 1404 Cross Street
MISSOURI
Crawford
Sullivan
4/10/2026: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., Missouri Baptist Hospital Sullivan, 751 Sappington Bridge Rd
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Franklin
New Haven
3/31/2026: 2 p.m. - 6 p.m., Scenic Regional Library - New Haven Branch, 200 Douglas St
Sullivan
4/6/2026: 1 p.m. - 6 p.m., Temple Baptist Church, 444 Beeman
Union
4/6/2026: 1 p.m. - 6 p.m., Knights of Columbus, 700 Clearview Drive
Washington
3/30/2026: 12 p.m. - 6:15 p.m., Washington MO Blood Donation Center, 6244 Hwy 100, Suite 210
3/31/2026: 12 p.m. - 6:15 p.m., Washington MO Blood Donation Center, 6244 Hwy 100, Suite 210
4/1/2026: 10 a.m. - 4:15 p.m., Washington MO Blood Donation Center, 6244 Hwy 100, Suite 210
4/2/2026: 1 p.m. - 6 p.m., Washington Elks Lodge #1559, 1459 West 5th Street
4/4/2026: 8 a.m. - 2:15 p.m., Washington MO Blood Donation Center, 6244 Hwy 100, Suite 210
4/5/2026: 8 a.m. - 2 p.m., Washington MO Blood Donation Center, 6244 Hwy 100, Suite 210
4/6/2026: 12 p.m. - 6:15 p.m., Washington MO Blood Donation Center, 6244 Hwy 100, Suite 210
4/7/2026: 12 p.m. - 6:15 p.m., Washington MO Blood Donation Center, 6244 Hwy 100, Suite 210
4/8/2026: 10 a.m. - 4:15 p.m., Washington MO Blood Donation Center, 6244 Hwy 100, Suite 210
4/11/2026: 8 a.m. - 2:15 p.m., Washington MO Blood Donation Center, 6244 Hwy 100, Suite 210
4/12/2026: 8 a.m. - 2 p.m., Washington MO Blood Donation Center, 6244 Hwy 100, Suite 210
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Jefferson
Barnhart
4/2/2026: 1:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m., Jefferson County Library - Windsor Branch, 7479 Metropolitan Blvd
Cedar Hill
4/2/2026: 7:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., Northwest High School, 6005 Cedar Hill Rd
De Soto
3/30/2026: 2 p.m. - 6 p.m., Sunrise R-IX, 4485 Sunrise School Rd.
4/9/2026: 2 p.m. - 6 p.m., Elks Lodge 689, 1520 Clarke Street
Festus
3/31/2026: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m., Festus Public Library, 406 West Main Street
4/10/2026: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., Jefferson County Family YMCA, 1303 YMCA Drive
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Lincoln
Troy
3/30/2026: 2 p.m. - 6 p.m., University of Missouri Extension, 880 W College St
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Montgomery
Jonesburg
4/9/2026: 2 p.m. - 6 p.m., Jonesburg Elementary School, 106 Smith Rd
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Saint Charles
O Fallon
4/6/2026: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m., Twin Chimneys Subdivision, 7145 Twin Chimneys Blvd
4/6/2026: 3 p.m. - 7 p.m., Renaud Center, 2650 Tri Sports Circle
4/10/2026: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., Progress West Hospital, 2 Progress Point Parkway
Saint Charles
4/1/2026: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Lindenwood University, 209 S. Kingshighway
4/1/2026: 12 p.m. - 4 p.m., Ameristar Casino, 1260 S Main
4/9/2026: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m., Immanuel Lutheran St. Charles, 115 S 6th St
Saint Peters
3/30/2026: 12 p.m. - 6:30 p.m., St Charles County Blood Donation Center, 252 Mid Rivers Center
3/31/2026: 8:30 a.m. - 3:15 p.m., St Charles County Blood Donation Center, 252 Mid Rivers Center
4/1/2026: 12:30 p.m. - 7:15 p.m., St Charles County Blood Donation Center, 252 Mid Rivers Center
4/2/2026: 11 a.m. - 5:45 p.m., St Charles County Blood Donation Center, 252 Mid Rivers Center
4/3/2026: 8 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., St Charles County Blood Donation Center, 252 Mid Rivers Center
4/3/2026: 12 p.m. - 4 p.m., Spencer Road Branch Library, 427 Spencer Road
4/4/2026: 8 a.m. - 2:45 p.m., St Charles County Blood Donation Center, 252 Mid Rivers Center
4/5/2026: 8 a.m. - 2:15 p.m., St Charles County Blood Donation Center, 252 Mid Rivers Center
4/6/2026: 12 p.m. - 6:30 p.m., St Charles County Blood Donation Center, 252 Mid Rivers Center
4/7/2026: 8:30 a.m. - 3:15 p.m., St Charles County Blood Donation Center, 252 Mid Rivers Center
4/8/2026: 12:30 p.m. - 7:15 p.m., St Charles County Blood Donation Center, 252 Mid Rivers Center
4/9/2026: 11 a.m. - 5:45 p.m., St Charles County Blood Donation Center, 252 Mid Rivers Center
4/10/2026: 8 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., St Charles County Blood Donation Center, 252 Mid Rivers Center
4/10/2026: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m., Calvary Church, 3998 Mid Rivers Mall Drive
4/11/2026: 8 a.m. - 2:45 p.m., St Charles County Blood Donation Center, 252 Mid Rivers Center
4/12/2026: 8 a.m. - 2:15 p.m., St Charles County Blood Donation Center, 252 Mid Rivers Center
Wentzville
3/31/2026: 12 p.m. - 4 p.m., Corporate Parkway Branch Library, 1200 Corporate Parkway
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Saint Francois
Bonne Terre
4/9/2026: 2 p.m. - 6 p.m., Bonne Terre VFW, 1112 Roe Street
Farmington
4/9/2026: 1:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m., First Baptist Church, 210 North A Street
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Saint Louis
Ballwin
4/2/2026: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., The Pointe at Ballwin Commons, 1 Ballwin Commons Circle
4/6/2026: 1 p.m. - 6 p.m., Holy Infant Catholic Church, 248 New Ballwin Rd
Brentwood
4/10/2026: 12 p.m. - 4 p.m., Brentwood Community, 2505 S Brentwood
Chesterfield
3/30/2026: 12 p.m. - 6:45 p.m., West County Blood Donation Center, 13369 Olive Blvd.
3/31/2026: 12 p.m. - 6:45 p.m., West County Blood Donation Center, 13369 Olive Blvd.
4/1/2026: 12 p.m. - 4 p.m., Chesterfield City Hall, 690 Chesterfield Pkwy West
4/1/2026: 12 p.m. - 6:45 p.m., West County Blood Donation Center, 13369 Olive Blvd.
4/3/2026: 8 a.m. - 2:45 p.m., West County Blood Donation Center, 13369 Olive Blvd.
4/4/2026: 8 a.m. - 2:45 p.m., West County Blood Donation Center, 13369 Olive Blvd.
4/5/2026: 8 a.m. - 2:45 p.m., West County Blood Donation Center, 13369 Olive Blvd.
4/6/2026: 12 p.m. - 6:45 p.m., West County Blood Donation Center, 13369 Olive Blvd.
4/7/2026: 12 p.m. - 6:45 p.m., West County Blood Donation Center, 13369 Olive Blvd.
4/8/2026: 12 p.m. - 6:45 p.m., West County Blood Donation Center, 13369 Olive Blvd.
4/9/2026: 11 a.m. - 5:45 p.m., West County Blood Donation Center, 13369 Olive Blvd.
4/10/2026: 8 a.m. - 2:45 p.m., West County Blood Donation Center, 13369 Olive Blvd.
4/11/2026: 8 a.m. - 2:45 p.m., West County Blood Donation Center, 13369 Olive Blvd.
4/12/2026: 8 a.m. - 2:45 p.m., West County Blood Donation Center, 13369 Olive Blvd.
Ellisville
4/8/2026: 12 p.m. - 4 p.m., St Louis County Library - Daniel Boone Branch, 300 Clarkson Rd.
Fenton
4/3/2026: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., St Louis County Library -Meramec Valley, 1501 San Simeon Way
4/3/2026: 12:30 p.m. - 5 p.m., Fenton United Methodist Church, 800 Gravois Rd
Florissant
4/2/2026: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m., Florissant Meadow's Shopping Center, 740 N. Highway 67
4/6/2026: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m., Florissant Meadow's Shopping Center, 740 N. Highway 67
4/8/2026: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m., Florissant Meadow's Shopping Center, 740 N. Highway 67
Kirkwood
3/30/2026: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m., Kirkwood Family YMCA, 325 N. Taylor Ave.
Manchester
4/3/2026: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., The Manchester Police Department, 200 Highlands Boulevard Drive
Saint Louis
3/30/2026: 12 p.m. - 6:45 p.m., South County Blood Donation Center, 9230 Watson Rd.
3/30/2026: 12 p.m. - 4 p.m., St Louis Area Chapter- ARC, 10195 Corporate Square Dr
3/30/2026: 1 p.m. - 7 p.m., Mary Queen of Peace, 676 Lockwood Avenue
3/31/2026: 8:30 a.m. - 3:15 p.m., South County Blood Donation Center, 9230 Watson Rd.
3/31/2026: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Chamberlain College of Nursing, 11830 Westline Industrial Drive, Suite 106
4/1/2026: 12:30 p.m. - 7:15 p.m., South County Blood Donation Center, 9230 Watson Rd.
4/2/2026: 11 a.m. - 5:45 p.m., South County Blood Donation Center, 9230 Watson Rd.
4/3/2026: 8 a.m. - 2:45 p.m., South County Blood Donation Center, 9230 Watson Rd.
4/3/2026: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m., Saint Louis Galleria, 1417 Saint Louis Galleria
4/4/2026: 8 a.m. - 2:45 p.m., South County Blood Donation Center, 9230 Watson Rd.
4/5/2026: 8 a.m. - 2:45 p.m., South County Blood Donation Center, 9230 Watson Rd.
4/6/2026: 12 p.m. - 6:45 p.m., South County Blood Donation Center, 9230 Watson Rd.
4/7/2026: 8:30 a.m. - 3:15 p.m., South County Blood Donation Center, 9230 Watson Rd.
4/7/2026: 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Washington University, 1 Brookings Drive
4/8/2026: 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Washington University, 1 Brookings Drive
4/8/2026: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., FamilyForward, 1167 Corporate Lake Dr
4/8/2026: 12:30 p.m. - 7:15 p.m., South County Blood Donation Center, 9230 Watson Rd.
4/9/2026: 11 a.m. - 5:45 p.m., South County Blood Donation Center, 9230 Watson Rd.
4/10/2026: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., Missouri Baptist Medical Center, 3015 N Ballas Rd
4/10/2026: 8 a.m. - 2:45 p.m., South County Blood Donation Center, 9230 Watson Rd.
4/10/2026: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m., Saint Marks Evangelical Lutheran Church, 6337 Clayton Road
4/11/2026: 8 a.m. - 2:45 p.m., South County Blood Donation Center, 9230 Watson Rd.
4/12/2026: 8 a.m. - 2:45 p.m., South County Blood Donation Center, 9230 Watson Rd.
University City
4/3/2026: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Centennial Commons, 7210 Olive Blvd.
4/3/2026: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m., University City Public Library, 6701 Delmar Blvd
Wildwood
4/9/2026: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m., The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 17132 Manchester Rd
4/10/2026: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m., YMCA, 2641 Highway 109
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Saint Louis City
Saint Louis
3/30/2026: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m., Barnes-Jewish College Goldfarb School of Nursing, 4483 Duncan
3/30/2026: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m., Barnes-Jewish Hospital, One Barnes Hospital Plaza, North South Link
3/30/2026: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m., Busch Student Center, 20 N Grand
4/2/2026: 8 a.m. - 1 p.m., Barnes-Jewish Hospital, One Barnes Hospital Plaza, North South Link
4/3/2026: 12 p.m. - 4 p.m., Don Brown Chevrolet, 2244 S Kingshighway Blvd
4/6/2026: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m., Barnes-Jewish Hospital, One Barnes Hospital Plaza, North South Link
4/9/2026: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m., Busch Student Center, 20 N Grand
4/10/2026: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m., Ready 2 Live Wellness, 1530 Kingshighway Blvd
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Washington
Potosi
4/3/2026: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Healthway Primary Care Clinic, 200 Healthway Dr
How to donate blood
Simply download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or enable the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device to make an appointment or for more information. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age in most states (16 with parental consent where allowed by state law), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.
Blood and platelet donors can save time at their next donation by using RapidPass® to complete their pre-donation reading and health history questionnaire online, on the day of their donation, before arriving at the blood drive. To get started, follow the instructions at RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass or use the Blood Donor App.
About the American Red Cross:
The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides comfort to victims of disasters; supplies about 40% of the nation’s blood; teaches skills that save lives; distributes international humanitarian aid; and supports veterans, military members and their families. The Red Cross is a nonprofit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to deliver its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or CruzRojaAmericana.org, or follow us on social media.
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