The American Red Cross continues to urge donors of all blood types to act now and make an appointment to give blood or platelets amid the ongoing national blood crisis. Just three additional donors at every blood drive could help further stabilize the blood supply and ensure patients continue receiving lifesaving care.
Since issuing only the second blood crisis in Red Cross history in late July, thousands of generous donors have stepped up to help save lives. At the same time, the blood supply remains under severe pressure, just as many communities transition to back-to-school schedules and people enjoy final summer plans. When fewer donors are available to give, the impact on available lifesaving blood products can be significant — especially when the blood supply is already facing a four-year summer low.
Keep up the momentum and help reverse the blood crisis. Book an appointment to give blood now by using the Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). Those who are unable to donate can still make an impact by encouraging eligible friends, family members and colleagues to give blood. As a thank-you, all who come to give Aug. 1-31, 2026, will receive a $20 Amazon Gift Card by email. For details, visit RedCrossBlood.org/August.
Upcoming blood donation opportunities Aug. 10-31:
Barton County
Claflin
8/27/2026
12 p.m. - 6 p.m., Claflin Community Center, 409 A Street
Great Bend
9/4/2026
10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Polk Street Building, 1309 Polk Street
8/31/2026
11:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., Prince of Peace Parish Center, 4124 Broadway
8/10/2026
9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Advanced Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine, 4801 10th St
Hoisington
8/17/2026
12:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m., Hoisington Activity Center, 1200 Susank
Pawnee County
Larned
8/14/2026
12 p.m. - 6 p.m., Columbus Club, 1216 M Rd
Rush County
La Crosse
8/18/2026
12 p.m. - 6 p.m., LaCrosse City Auditorium, 417 Main St.
Stafford County
Macksville
9/4/2026
8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., Macksville High School, 417 N. Gilmore
St John
8/28/2026
12 p.m. - 6 p.m., Stafford County Annex, 210 E 3rd Ave