UCHealth Garth Englund Blood Center

03/20/2026

Many donors ask why we send urgent messages about needing blood, but appointments appear full. It’s a fair question—and it comes down to timing.

We begin recruiting a few days before the supply becomes critical because donated blood must be tested, processed and delivered before it can help patients. Starting early allows us to spread appointments out, avoid last-minute emergencies, and ensure a steady, safe supply for hospitals.

Planning ahead helps us meet patient needs while providing a better donor experience. Thanks for being part of that lifesaving process—we look forward to seeing you again soon!

03/13/2026

🩸 B+ Donors — We Need You Next Week! 🩸

Our B+ blood supply is currently below our goal and we’re asking B+ donors to step up and help ensure patients in northern Colorado have the blood they need.

Schedule your appointment and help keep our local blood supply strong: https://bit.ly/47spvlq

Did you know? Only about 1 in 10 people have B+ blood, but B+ donations can help both B+ and AB+ patients, making your donation incredibly valuable in hospitals.

03/13/2026

Join us for an upcoming mobile blood drive at Canvas Credit Union and help save lives in our community. As a thank-you for donating, you could win a great prize!
>Donate March 16-22 and you could win a brewery prize pack from Zwei Brewing

📅 Drive Date: Thursday March 19th, 2026
⏰ Time: 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
📍2503 Research Blvd Fort Collins, CO 80526
Don't miss your chance to make a life-saving difference! Reserve your appointment slot now: https://blooddonation.uchealth.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/17386

03/04/2026

🚨 Calling all O- donors! 🚨

O- is the universal blood type, which means your donation can help anyone in an emergency. Trauma patients often receive O- before their blood type is even known — making you a true lifesaver when seconds count.

If you’re O-, now’s the time. Schedule your donation today and help save local lives: https://bit.ly/47spvlq

02/27/2026

🍀 Share the Luck. Save a Life. 🩸

This March, your blood or platelet donation could be the lucky break a local patient needs.

Donate and receive:
>Donate between March 2-8 and be entered to win 2 movie passes and $25 dinner gift card
>Come in to donate between March 9-15 and be entered to win a family 4 pack to
Loveland Laser Tag
>Donate March 16-22 and you could win a brewery prize pack from Zwei Brewing
>Visit us and donate between March 23-31 and you could win a party pack to Fly High Adventure Park (10x1-hour admissions)

Be someone’s good fortune this month. Schedule your March appointment and help save local lives: https://bit.ly/47spvlq

02/26/2026

Most blood transfusions are not for major accidents — they’re for everyday medical treatments like:
• Cancer therapies
• Surgeries
• Chronic illnesses
• Childbirth complications

Every 2 seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood.

It’s easy to assume someone else will donate — but hospital shelves depend on everyday heroes from our own community.

You don’t have to know the person whose life you’ll impact. You just have to show up.

Ready to make a difference? Sign up to donate today: https://bit.ly/47spvlq

02/24/2026

We had an incredible 2-day blood drive in partnership with Colorado State University last week!

Thanks to the amazing students, faculty, and staff at CSU, we saw a record-breaking turnout and collected lifesaving donations that will directly support patients right here in our community. From first-time donors to seasoned regulars, the Ram spirit showed up in a big way!

Thank you, CSU, for helping us save local lives. We can’t wait to do it again!

Colorado State University students and faculty donated blood Feb. 16-18, starting at the Translational Medical Institute and then to the Lory Student Center. The blood donated during the drive went to UCHealth’s Garth Englund Blood Center. “CSU has hosted blood drives in the past, but they were ...

02/20/2026

Meet brothers Mark, Bill, and Larry—their standing tradition? Donate blood together, then head out for a lunch date.

There’s some friendly sibling rivalry involved, too. Mark just reached his 2-gallon donated milestone, Bill is just over the 2.5-gallon mark, and Larry? He’s proudly leading the pack with more than 5-gallons donated.

They may tease each other about the numbers, but they all agree on what matters most: showing up, giving back, and saving lives—together.

02/18/2026

🩸 Most people who are eligible to donate blood never do.

In fact, a large portion of the population can donate, but only a small percentage actually steps up. That means blood shortages often happen—not because people don’t care, but because they don’t realize how needed they are.

Choosing to donate is an easy way to serve your community and fill a gap that truly matters. Schedule you donation today: https://bit.ly/47spvlq

02/14/2026

🩸Sweeten your good deed 🍪

Donate blood or platelets Feb. 16–22 and go home with a FREE box of Girl Scout cookies (while supplies last). Save lives and treat yourself—now that’s a win-win. Thank you Girl Scouts Troop 76062 in Wellington! We always look forward to your very special delivery.

Book your appointment today: https://bit.ly/47spvlq

02/12/2026

This Valentine’s Day, skip the chocolates and give a gift that really comes from the heart. Blood donations are needed and one donation can save up to three lives.

Bring a date, bring a friend, or come solo—just come donate and spread the love. 💕
Book your appointment today: https://bit.ly/47spvlq