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Upper Peninsula Regional Blood Center

The Upper Peninsula Regional Blood Center (UPRBC) is the sole provider of blood products to all Upper Peninsula hospitals.

The UPRBC has locations in Marquette, Escanaba and Hancock, as well as a mobile collection unit. If you are interested in making a donation or hosting a blood drive, call the location nearest to you or reach us toll-free at 1.800.491.4483 (GIVE).

04/01/2026

Some heroes don’t wear capes—they roll up their sleeves—like Dana Langsford. ❤️

Today we’re celebrating someone who truly embodies what it means to give back. As Director of the UP Regional Blood Center, he has reached an incredible milestone of 525+ blood donations—that’s more than 65 gallons of blood donated over time.

It’s hard to even comprehend how many lives have been touched, supported and saved through that level of generosity. He leads by example every single day, always ready to step up, lend a hand and make a difference in our community.

Dana, your compassion and commitment inspire all of us. We are so grateful for everything you do.

Want to make an impact like Dana? Consider donating blood—your one donation could help save multiple lives. Join us and be someone’s hero.

Learn more: https://www.uphealthsystem.com/regional-blood-center
View upcoming blood drives: https://www.facebook.com/upregionalbloodcenter/events

02/17/2026

The UP Regional Blood Center is experiencing a critical need for blood donations of all types across the Upper Peninsula.

Maintaining a safe and stable blood supply depends on continued support from community donors. Each day, local patients rely on donated blood for surgeries, cancer treatments, trauma care and other medical needs.

If you are able, please consider scheduling an appointment to donate and help ensure lifesaving blood is available when it is needed.

Donations made through the UP Regional Blood Center support patients across the Upper Peninsula.

To learn more, visit the UP Regional Blood Center's page at: https://www.uphealthsystem.com/regional-blood-center

02/10/2026

🤠 FREE Texas Roadhouse appetizers for a YEAR?! 🥩

Donate blood this February at the UP Regional Blood Center in Marquette, Hancock, or Escanaba and you’ll be entered to win one of THREE Texas Roadhouse gift baskets, courtesy of Texas Roadhouse Marquette.

🎁 Each basket includes:
• Texas Roadhouse steak seasoning
• Texas Roadhouse steak sauce
• Texas Roadhouse peanuts
• PLUS a FREE appetizer every month for the rest of the year!

📅 Drawing held March 2, 2026

🩸 Donate blood.
❤️ Save lives.
🎉 Get rewarded.

🔗 Learn more: https://www.uphealthsystem.com/regional-blood-center

01/29/2026

UP Regional Blood Center Needs Your Help!

There’s currently a shortage of blood donations in the Upper Peninsula, and every donation can make a big difference. Your gift of blood can help patients when they need it most—and just one donation can save up to three lives.

Here’s how you can help:
• Donate: Visit your local UP Health System Blood Center.
• Share: Encourage friends, family and coworkers to donate too.
• Learn more: Find eligibility and upcoming donation events at www.UPHealthSystem.com/regional-blood-center.

Give blood. Support your community.

12/29/2025

Due to today’s weather conditions, the blood drive scheduled for December 29 has been cancelled and the UP Regional Blood Center will be closed.

Please check our page for updates and information on alternative blood drives that we have scheduled.

Your safety comes first—please stay safe and avoid traveling on the roads if possible. Thank you for your understanding.

12/28/2025

🩸 Blood Drive Alert! 🩸

Join us at the UP Health System Blood Center tomorrow, Monday, December 29! We’re open from 8 AM – 6 PM and ready to welcome donors.

As a special thank-you, donors at our Marquette location will receive a free t-shirt! Every donation helps save lives, this holiday season, you can give the gift of life. ❤️

To learn more or schedule an appointment: https://www.uphealthsystem.com/regional-blood-center

12/22/2025

Today’s the day! ❤️

This Christmas season, giving back can mean giving life. We’re hosting our hospital blood drive and inviting our community to step up and help save lives—because one donation truly can save a life.

As a thank-you, all donors will receive 10% off at The Casa, a $5 voucher to the Bistro on Baraga, a Texas Roadhouse coupon, plus the regular food served during the drive.

Thank you for showing up for our community this holiday season.

Learn more: https://www.uphealthsystem.com/regional-blood-center

12/10/2025

🩸Critical Need for Blood Donations 🩸

The UP Health System Regional Blood Center urgently needs O-negative and A-negative blood donors.

Donating blood is a simple, lifesaving act — and just one donation can help save up to three lives. If you’re eligible, please consider making an appointment to donate.

Your contribution can make a life-changing impact for patients across the Upper Peninsula.

👉 Learn more and schedule your donation: https://www.uphealthsystem.com/regional-blood-center

12/02/2025

❤️ Love & Platelets = The Perfect Match ❤️

This newly engaged (and absolutely adorable!) couple, Tayea and Tom, stopped in recently to donate platelets together.

We always say: Couples that donate together, stay together. 💕🩸

Thank you both for giving back in such a meaningful way, and congratulations on your engagement!

Ready to make a difference like Teyea and Tom? Schedule your next donation at 906.449.1450 or visit www.UPHealthSystem.com/regional-blood-center to learn more.

11/19/2025

🩸 Celebrating an Incredible Milestone! 🩸

Join us in recognizing Dominic, who just donated his 114th unit of blood — an amazing 14 gallons shared with our community.

Dominic has generously given both platelets and whole blood, and he’s one of our most dedicated donors. He’s always encouraging others to step up, and he wants everyone to know that donating is easy and that our donor staff makes the experience truly great.

Thank you, Dominic, for your unwavering commitment to helping others. Your impact is immeasurable. ❤️

Ready to make a difference like Dominic? Schedule your next donation at 906.449.1450 or visit www.UPHealthSystem.com/regional-blood-center to learn more.

10/29/2025

🩸 Critical Need for Blood Donations 🩸

The UP Health System Regional Blood Center urgently needs A-negative, B-negative, and O-negative blood donors.

Donating blood is a simple, lifesaving act, just one donation can save up to three lives. If you’re eligible, please consider making an appointment to donate.

Your gift can make a life-changing difference for patients right here in our community.

Learn more and schedule your donation: https://www.uphealthsystem.com/regional-blood-center.

10/03/2025

Be a Hero in Your Community – Host a Blood Drive!

Hosting a blood drive at your school, workplace, or club is like planting a tree that will grow to shelter countless people—you may never see every life it touches, but the impact is real and lasting. Whether it’s helping neighbors, friends, or someone you’ll never meet, every donation matters.

And don’t worry—you don’t have to do it alone. Think of us as your co-pilot: the UP Regional Blood Center team will handle the planning, setup, and details, while you focus on rallying your community to make a difference.

👉 Learn more about hosting a drive: UP Regional Blood Center
📞 Call us at 906.449.1450 to get started.

Address

1400 W. Washington Street
Marquette, MI
49855

Telephone

+18004914483

Website

https://www.uphealthsystem.com/regional-blood-center

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