What's Involved
Thank you for stepping up as a lifesaving partner. Successful blood drives are a true partnership between the host or sponsoring organization, the donors, and the American Red Cross. Your Red Cross representative will be there to help you every step of the way. Be assured our review is in the best interests of the hospital patient, the donor, and your place of business. Safety is our first priority.
To host a blood drive at a site other than the American Red Cross Blood Donation Center at 2201 Charlotte Avenue, Nashville, certain criteria need to be met to assure an adequate supply of blood is collected to meet daily patient needs in an environment which meets FDA regulations. Each potential blood drive must have:
- A contact person to serve as blood drive coordinator
- A physical site which meets FDA guidelines (the Red Cross will review your site in advance)
- 45 potential donors signed up (donor name/home and work phone number provided)
- Blood drive volunteers available to work on the day of the blood drive
The first step is to contact your local American Red Cross Blood Services region by calling 1-800-GIVELIFE (1-800-448-3543) or 615-346-7858.
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