Coffee Memorial Blood Center

It is time to put it into gear and hit the open road. Our Blood Institute Coffee Memorial Blood Center is kicking off its April and May donor campaign, inviting the community to make a stop along the iconic Route 66 and help fuel the journey for patients in local hospitals.

From now through May 31, all successful blood donors will receive a limited-edition Route 66 themed T-shirt featuring the slogan “Get Your Sticks on Route 66.” 

As winter weather moved into the area this past week, blood donors began cancelling appointments and blood drives were delayed, forcing an already struggling blood supply to critically low levels. This blood shortage has the potential to impact hospitals and patients in need.

Coffee Memorial Blood Center, which is part of Our Blood Institute (OBI), is asking donors to reschedule appointments and come in to donate as soon as possible as the weather clears.