Northern California Community Blood Bank

05/26/2026

Join us at Crescent City Fire and Rescue for the 6th annual Del Norte County Battle of the Badges today! Support you community blood bank and help us keep lifesaving blood on our hospital shelves. Plus we’ve got all the good snacks! We’ll be here till 4pm. Come down and save a life!

05/25/2026

Home of the free because of the brave. 🇺🇸

05/24/2026

At the Northern California Community Blood Bank our purpose is centered on helping others, and we are incredibly proud of two team members who carry that dedication far beyond our walls.

When they’re not serving our community through the work, they do here at the blood bank, our CEO, Kate Witthaus, and Charlotte Castro, from our Donor Services team, devote their time and hearts to another important cause, volunteering with Humboldt SAR.

Their commitment to helping others, whether through ensuring blood is available for patients in need or answering the call during emergencies and rescues, is truly inspiring. They represent the compassion, courage, and selflessness that make Humboldt County stronger every day.

Thank you, Kate and Charlotte, for all you do to serve and protect others both inside and outside the blood bank. We are so proud to have you on our team.

05/23/2026

It’s a great day to save a life! Donate on the bloodmobile at the Campus Store in Arcata from 9am to 3pm today.

05/22/2026

At Northern California Community Blood Bank, we are committed to providing Humboldt and Del Norte Counties with a safe and reliable blood supply. We are the only blood bank that serves all 5 of our local hospitals, the blood you receive at one of these hospitals is coming directly from donations made here locally. A vital part of accomplishing this mission comes from our high school blood drives. Students who donate blood demonstrate an exceptional commitment to community service and make a meaningful impact through their actions.
Blood donation is facing a growing challenge: fewer young people are donating blood. Donations have declined significantly, including a 60% decrease among teens. Without early encouragement and participation, many potential lifelong donors never get started.
If youth participation continues to decline, blood shortages could become more frequent and severe in the years ahead. By inspiring students to donate today, we help ensure lifesaving blood will be available for future generations. When young people donate for the first time, they learn the process is safe, simple, and impactful. These early experiences often build lifelong habits of generosity.
The Blood Donor Honor Cord recognizes our high school graduate’s contribution and commitment to helping others. Recipients of this honor have donated blood at least three times during their high school career. By taking the time and making the effort to donate blood, these individuals demonstrate the character and selflessness that every college, employer, and community values and respects. But, most importantly, it is a symbol of the many lives they have saved.
We have no doubt that the students who have earned this recognition will continue to accomplish great things and carry forward the spirit of compassion and service that has already made such a meaningful difference.

05/22/2026

Here's a great opportunity for someone with good communication and marketing skills to join our Blood Bank team. This position is responsible for recruiting blood donors primarily for in-house whole blood collections, while actively engaging and educating the community about blood donation and the blood bank’s mission. https://www.nccbb.net/employment.html

Join our Recruitment team! Apply today.

https://www.nccbb.net/employment.html

05/12/2026

Join our Recruitment team! Apply today.

https://www.nccbb.net/employment.html

04/29/2026

Thirty-five years ago, Malcolm started donating with us, and what began as a reason close to his heart has grown into a lifelong commitment to generosity. His kindness, dedication, and willingness to give back have made a lasting impact on so many lives in our community.

Thank you, Malcolm, for being such an inspiring part of our donor family.

Pictured here: Malcolm with his original donor card during his 319th donation.

04/20/2026

Wait… you smoke w**d and thought you couldn’t donate blood? It’s a common misconception and one worth clearing up this 4/20.

Many people assume that ma*****na use automatically disqualifies them from donating blood. In reality, that’s not the case. Cannabis use alone does not prevent you from being a blood donor. What matters most is your overall health and safety at the time of donation, along with meeting standard eligibility guidelines.

Blood donation centers focus on ensuring that donors are feeling well, honest during screening, and able to safely give blood. As long as you meet those criteria, you may still be eligible to donate, even if you use cannabis.

Don’t let outdated myths hold you back from making a difference. Blood donations are always in need, and each donation has the potential to save multiple lives.

Don’t let your life-saving impact go up in smoke, if you're feeling healthy and ready to help, consider rolling up your sleeve.

A special thank you to the Humboldt County Collective for sponsoring our bloodmobile today, spoiling our donors with extra special treats, and helping spread the word throughout our local cannabis community.