Tuesday, March 10, 2026

American Red Cross Puts Out Call for Blood as Supplies Dwindle

CITY NEWS SERVICE

The American Red Cross continued to ask for help across the country Tuesday to replenish its blood supply after severe late-winter storms impacted transportation networks nationwide.

“Some parts of the nation are still clearing snow, but the threat of severe spring weather is already growing,” according to a statement from the organization. “Now is the time to book a blood or platelet donation appointment to help prevent any future disruption to patient care.”

People can book a time to give blood or platelets by visiting RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1-800-RED CROSS or by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App.

The Red Cross will perform A1C testing on successful blood, platelet and plasma donations made in March and those who come to give blood, platelets or plasma this month will receive a $15 Amazon Gift Card by email.

All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients, according to the organization. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age in most states (16 with parental consent where allowed by state law), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood.

Upcoming blood drives planned include:

• March 9: 12:30 p.m. – 7:15 p.m., Pasadena Blood Donation Center, 2471 E. Walnut St, Suite 103
• March 10: 12:30 p.m. – 7:15 p.m., Pasadena Blood Donation Center, 2471 E. Walnut St, Suite 103
• March 11: 12:30 p.m. – 7:15 p.m., Pasadena Blood Donation Center, 2471 E. Walnut St, Suite 103
• March 12: 11 a.m. – 5:45 p.m., Pasadena Blood Donation Center, 2471 E. Walnut St, Suite 103
• March 13: 8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., Marshall Fundamental High School, 990 N. Allen St
• March 13: 8:30 a.m. – 3:15 p.m., Pasadena Blood Donation Center, 2471 E. Walnut St, Suite 103
• March 14: 8 a.m. – 2:45 p.m., Pasadena Blood Donation Center, 2471 E. Walnut St, Suite 103
• March 15: 8 a.m. – 2 p.m., Residence Inn by Marriott Los Angeles/Pasadena Old Town, 21 W Walnut St
• March 15: 8 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., Pasadena Blood Donation Center, 2471 E. Walnut St, Suite 103
• March 16: 12:30 p.m. – 7:15 p.m., Pasadena Blood Donation Center, 2471 E. Walnut St, Suite 103
• March 17: 12:30 p.m. – 7:15 p.m., Pasadena Blood Donation Center, 2471 E. Walnut St, Suite 103
• March 18: 12:30 p.m. – 7:15 p.m., Pasadena Blood Donation Center, 2471 E. Walnut St, Suite 103
• March 19: 11 a.m. – 5:45 p.m., Pasadena Blood Donation Center, 2471 E. Walnut St, Suite 103
• March 20: 8:30 a.m. – 3:15 p.m., Pasadena Blood Donation Center, 2471 E. Walnut St, Suite 103
• March 20: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Kaiser Permanente Pasadena Medical Offices, 3280 E Foothill Blvd
• March 21: 8 a.m. – 2:45 p.m., Pasadena Blood Donation Center, 2471 E. Walnut St, Suite 103
• March 22: 8 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., Pasadena Blood Donation Center, 2471 E. Walnut St, Suite 103
• March 23: 12:30 p.m. – 7:15 p.m., Pasadena Blood Donation Center, 2471 E. Walnut St, Suite 103
• March 24: 12:30 p.m. – 7:15 p.m., Pasadena Blood Donation Center, 2471 E. Walnut St, Suite 103
• March 25: 12:30 p.m. – 7:15 p.m., Pasadena Blood Donation Center, 2471 E. Walnut St, Suite 103
• March 25: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Blair High School, 1201 S Marengo Ave
• March 26: 11 a.m. – 5:45 p.m., Pasadena Blood Donation Center, 2471 E. Walnut St, Suite 103
• March 27: 8:30 a.m. – 3:15 p.m., Pasadena Blood Donation Center, 2471 E. Walnut St, Suite 103
• March 28: 8 a.m. – 2:45 p.m., Pasadena Blood Donation Center, 2471 E. Walnut St, Suite 103
• March 29: 8 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., Pasadena Blood Donation Center, 2471 E. Walnut St, Suite 103
• March 30: 12:30 p.m. – 7:15 p.m., Pasadena Blood Donation Center, 2471 E. Walnut St, Suite 103
• March 31: 12:30 p.m. – 7:15 p.m., Pasadena Blood Donation Center, 2471 E. Walnut St, Suite 103