Blood Drive Host

Thank you for your interest in hosting a blood drive! Below, you will find some resources to help you as you prepare to host a life-saving event!!

How to Host a Successful Blood Drive

1. Reach Out to Local Blood Donation Centers

As soon as possible, reach out to your local blood donation center to learn about scheduling opportunities. Each blood center has their own way of doing things—but most will be able to schedule you for a blood drive as soon as convenient for you. They will also help by providing promotional materials and answer any questions you might have about the process.
2. Recruit Volunteers

Blood drives are a great way to bring the community together around a good cause. You know your community best, so be creative! Would the youth like to pass out donuts to blood donors? Would a musical group like to provide musical accompaniment to relax donors as they give blood? Would a prayer group like help set up and break down?
The possibilities are endless!
3. Spread the Word

Starting 5 weeks before the scheduled drive, utilize as many modes of communication as possible to spread the word about the upcoming drive.

Some effective approaches include: on-site banners, fliers, and brochures; social media announcements (on your mosque’s Facebook page, for instance); newsletters; bulletins; and personal calls.
4. Use Faith in Blood

If you have questions about how to connect your faith to blood donation, spend time exploring the many resources we have here. From short blurbs for newsletters to reflections on scripture, we have a treasury of material to help you and your imam communicate the spiritual good of blood donation.
5. Get Commitments

Two weeks before the drive, ask volunteers to set up a sign-up table . You can also ask volunteers to encourage their friends and family members to sign up. Another option is to offer online sign-ups through your mosque’s website.

Timing Your Blood Drive

National Blood Donor Month

January is National Blood Donor Month in the US. If you aren’t located in America, check to see if your country has a national blood donor month. It’s a great time to join forces with donors all over the country to save lives!
In Sympathy

During the grieving period for the loss of a loved one, many will host a blood drive in lieu of donations.
Feast Days and Other Religious Holidays

Depending on your tradition, it can be very impactful to schedule a blood drive during times of the years that emphasize generosity and love of others. The festivals of Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha are good examples.
World Blood Donor Day

June 14 is a a special day to thank blood donors and encourage more people to give blood.