Versiti Blood Center of Illinois

10/29/2025

When hope becomes personal, it becomes powerful.

Versiti EVP & Chief Marketing Officer Gretchen M. Jameson shares how her own breast cancer journey led her back to giving — and how every blood donation can honor someone’s story of courage and healing.

Now through Oct. 31, every donor who gives blood and enters code ABCD will help us reach a $10,000 challenge benefiting ABCD: After Breast Cancer Diagnosis, supporting survivors and families across the Midwest.

Give blood. Be the cure.
💖 https://bitly.versiti.org/3DaSHlw

10/28/2025

🚨 Today, we honor the heroes who answer the call when every second counts.

This National First Responders Day, we celebrate the courage, compassion, and quick action of EMS professionals who bring hope to every emergency.

Together with lifesaving blood donors, they form a powerful team—turning fear into relief and tragedy into survival.

Blood on board. Hope on the way.

10/28/2025

💗 Final days to make a difference!

There’s still time to join Versiti and ABCD: After Breast Cancer Diagnosis in honoring Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Donate blood by Oct. 31 at any Versiti donor center — and use code ABCD when you schedule to count toward the $10,000 giving challenge supporting patients and survivors.

Your donation today gives hope for tomorrow.
➡️ Book your appointment now: https://bitly.versiti.org/4mKSUwx

10/27/2025

🩸 Milestone Monday: Krishna’s 5-Gallon Milestone 🩸
Today we celebrate Krishna, who just donated his 5th gallon of O+ blood! 🙌

O+ is one of the most common blood types—and one of the most needed. Krishna’s generosity means hundreds of patients in trauma, surgery, and long-term treatment have received the lifesaving gift of blood.

👏 Join us in thanking Krishna for his commitment to saving lives.
📅 Ready to follow his lead? Schedule here: https://bitly.versiti.org/3DaSHlw

10/26/2025

This week’s story reminds us how simple — and powerful — giving can be.

🗣️ “Earlier this week, I rolled up my sleeve and donated blood right in our parking lot — thanks to our partnership with Versiti and their mobile blood bus. Donating blood takes less than an hour, and every donation can help save lives. Someone out there needs you more than you know.”

🩸 Thank you for sharing your story — and your lifesaving gift.

10/25/2025

💌 “After experiencing a severe postpartum hemorrhage due to a retained placenta immediately following the birth of our IVF miracle baby I received a mass blood transfusion of 6 units, 1 of them being your donation. This selfless act saved my life. There aren’t enough words to express how grateful my family is for your donation!” – Thankful Mother

Every drop matters. Every donor helps protect mothers, babies, and families in their most critical moments. 🩸

👉 Has blood donation changed your story? Share your Thank the Donor moment in the comments.

10/24/2025

🪓 Heeere’s Beacon! 🩸

All work and no play (and no blood donations from heroes like you) makes Beacon a dull boy.

Our halls are haunted by hope — and you’re the caretaker. Fill them with life-saving blood.

👉 Schedule now: https://bitly.versiti.org/3DaSHlw

10/23/2025

🏈 Every great game has a highlight reel. Every donation is one, too.
Rolling up your sleeve means more than saving the day—it means saving lives.

💉 Make your lifesaving play today: https://bitly.versiti.org/3DaSHlw

10/22/2025

🎃 Final fright call!
There are only two days left to donate and grab your limited-edition Halloween T-shirt.

Donate blood by Oct. 26 at any Versiti Donor Center and make a lifesaving impact before the month’s out.

🩸 Supplies are disappearing fast — don’t miss your chance!
👉 Schedule now: https://bitly.versiti.org/4mKSUwx

10/22/2025

🩸 Illinois pride is on the line! 🧡💜

It’s University of Illinois vs. Northwestern in the Big Ten blood donation challenge — and every pint counts. 💪

Fighting Illini, Wildcats… it’s time to show your colors, roll up your sleeves, and help save lives across our communities. The more donations, the closer your team gets to victory! 🏆

👉 Donate today at Versiti.org/BigTen

We’re at halftime in the We Give Blood drive, and here’s the official mid-game update.

Where does your school rank on the leaderboard? There’s still plenty of time to climb to the top.

Now through Dec. 5, rally your friends, family, and teammates—every blood donation counts. Give blood at any U.S. blood center or blood drive, and submit your donations at bigten.org/abbott. Let’s finish strong!

10/20/2025

🩸 Milestone Monday: John’s Lifesaving Legacy 🩸
This week, we’re proud to celebrate John, who just reached 18 gallons of platelet donations! 💛

That’s a remarkable contribution to patients in need—especially those undergoing cancer treatments and major surgeries.

But John’s impact doesn’t stop there. He’s also a Versiti volunteer, giving his time and heart to support our mission beyond the donor chair.

John, thank you for living the Versiti values every day. Your dedication makes hope possible.

🙏 Help us thank John in the comments!
📅 Join him: https://bitly.versiti.org/3DaSHlw

10/19/2025

🏈 Players celebrate touchdowns. Donors celebrate with snacks. 🍪
After you roll up your sleeve, the post-donation snack table is waiting—because fueling up saves lives, too.

💉 Make your lifesaving play today: https://bitly.versiti.org/3DaSHlw