02/25/2026
What started as a free soda turned into 25 years of lifesaving donations.
Years ago, James stopped in to donate blood on a hot day because he heard he would get a soda. That one-time decision quickly became a habit, and over time he became a dedicated platelet donor, contributing more than 300 units. His decades of giving help ensure lifesaving blood and platelets are available when patients need them most.
Every donation, whether it’s your first or your hundredth, makes a difference for patients relying on transfusions.
Learn how you can make an impact by donating and get started: vitalant.org