Thinking about donating blood? Trust us, the snacks are worth it. 🩸😄
Every day, patients rely on generous donors to receive lifesaving transfusions for surgeries, cancer treatments, trauma care, and more.
If you’ve been thinking about donating, this is your sign!
Join us in celebrating four first-time platelet donors, Kaitlyn, Jarrod, Sydney, and Bryant!
They all came out to support their sister, who is currently battling an illness. Their donations are a beautiful example of how family and community come together when it matters most.
#HarryStyles's new album = 43 minutes. A blood donation = about an hour. Why not do both and make a difference while you listen! 🎧
The ‘Aperture’ is wide open this weekend — roll up your sleeve, make a difference, and remember: Donate Occasionally, Eat Cookies All the Time 🕺
Mickey knows firsthand how powerful blood donations can be. After suffering severe 73% of his body in 2021, Mickey relied on 35 units of blood throughout his months-long recovery.
“We’re very grateful for the heroes — people who donate blood," Mickey's wife MaryAnn shared.
Donate 3/1–3/8 & Score Brooklyn Nets Tix!🏀
⭐ Platelet donors (Brooklyn DC 3/1–3/5): Get 2 tickets to 4/3 game
🎟️ Blood donors (Brooklyn DC 3/1–3/5): Daily drawing for 2 tickets (10 tix per day!)
🔥 Donate at NYC/Queens/Bronx/Staten Island: Enter to win 2 COURTSIDE tix (4/3)
After years of advocacy from community members, elected officials, and the NYBC team, the Bronx Donor Center is officially OPEN! 🎉❤️
For the first time ever, we now have a donor center in all 5 boroughs of NYC — visit us in #ThroggsNeck soon!
Due to the blizzard, NYBC will be closing all donor centers and canceling all blood drives beginning at 12PM today through Monday.
If you were scheduled to donate, we encourage you to reschedule for later next week as soon as it’s safe to travel: nybc.org/zipsearch
Our Loyal Lifesaver programs are here! 🩸 Donate regularly, match the program to your blood type, and earn exclusive gifts along the way.
Register today and start making an even bigger impact. nybc.org/join
❤️ Love is in the air…and in their veins! Husband and wife Sanawar & Jennalyn donated together this February—Jennalyn made Sunday morning appointments for both and, even better, this was Sanawar's very first donation!
Happy Valentine's Day! 💖
Happy Phlebotomist Week! 🩸
Behind every donation is a skilled, compassionate phlebotomist. Shoutout to Mel, Debbie, and Wilhemina in Holmdel, and all our phlebotomists across NYC, NJ, Long Island, and the Hudson Valley. You are the heart of every donation! ❤️
Birthday cheer… and lifesaving power! Meet Julie, who celebrated her special day at Grand Central Donor Center—not with just cake, but with 11 friends by her side donating! 🎂
Magnolia Bakery cupcakes were sweet, but helping patients in our current blood emergency? Even sweeter. 🩸
While Nick was serving in Afghanistan, he saw firsthand just how critical blood can be.
“Once I found out I had O negative [blood], I thought it was important. You never know who you’re helping,” he says.
As our region recovers from the storm, patients are still relying on a stable blood supply.
Severe weather disruptions led to the loss of 2000 units of blood and platelets, and we urgently need your help to close that gap.
If you’re able, please donate this week: nybc.org/donate-blood
Breaking news: NYC is in a blood emergency — and saving lives now comes with a side of comedy. Join us to donate blood Feb 1–7 at any NYC donor center and receive a voucher for two tickets to a taping of The Daily Show.
✔️ First come, first served
Register and learn more: nybc.org/thedailyshow
"I’ve set a goal for 2026 to become an All Seasons donor by donating once each season—winter, spring, summer, and fall. I think it’s important to lead by example."
Join Rachel in donating blood four times a year. Visit nybc.org/join to become a #LoyalLifesaver! 🩸 🩸
After yesterday's winter storm caused widespread cancellations and the loss of nearly 2,000 donations, NYBC has reissued a blood emergency. If it’s safe for you to travel and you’re eligible, please donate in the days ahead. https://bit.ly/4t7xrCH
With the threat of inclement weather this weekend, donations are critical. Please consider making your donation early, or making an appointment for early next week.
Every 2 seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood, no matter the weather.
Schedule at: nybc.org/zipsearch
We're now in the second week of a #BloodEmergency. Even with our community's generous efforts, hospitals still need more donors to keep shelves stocked for surgeries, unexpected traumas, and medical treatments.
Find a donation site near you: nybc.org/zipsearch 🩸
In honor of #NationalBloodDonorMonth, we launched the #LifesaverCup— a friendly competition to see which division of NYBCe can achieve the most employee donations!
Naturally, our team members, like Jaime and Tiffany, jumped at the chance to lead by example! 💪
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. reminded us that “Everybody can be great, because everybody can serve.” This MLK Day, honor his legacy through an act of service that saves lives. Donating blood is a simple way to make a powerful impact in your community.
Be a lifesaver.
Last week, the Rios family, Alma, Ariana, & Gina, answered the urgent call to come donate.
During this #BloodEmergency, families like the Rios family remind us that doing good is even more meaningful when we do it together. Donate at nybc.org/zipsearch ❤️
🚨 Blood Emergency in NY 🚨
Donations are down 40%, leaving a less than 2-day supply for hospitals. Trauma, surgery & cancer patients need you. Be a lifeline—donate blood today.
Schedule a donation: https://bit.ly/4dnXvl
🚨 Platelet donors needed NOW 🚨
Platelets save lives every day — and supplies are critically low.
🩸 Join us to donate by January 15 --> 🎁 Receive an eGift card
Make an immediate impact. Book your appointment today.
https://bit.ly/4jmYPIi
⏰ You have until this Friday to donate blood and choose your thank-you gift: a beanie or a pair of our “Lifesaver” socks!
The need for blood is urgent. Holiday travel, winter illnesses, and the New Year slowdown mean donations drop when patients still rely on every unit.
Holiday schedules are busy — and that’s exactly why we need you. Donations dip each December, but patients still depend on them every day.
Join us to donate from 12/20 to 01/02 and you'll receive fuzzy socks or a beanie as our thank-you: https://bit.ly/44rZEcA
Following yesterday’s shooting in Rhode Island, NYBC is helping to replenish platelet stock. Platelets are perishable and must be replaced quickly.
If you are eligible, please consider donating platelets to help keep hospitals prepared locally and in neighboring states. https://bit.ly/4iVNM8F
Our hearts are with Providence today. 💔 Hospitals rely on a ready supply during emergencies, and your donation can save lives.
If you are eligible, please make an appointment as soon as possible: https://donate.nybc.org/donor/schedules/zip
Every donor makes a difference.
A big shoutout to Donor Specialists Sherricka and Jorge for taking time out of their Thanksgiving work week to roll up their sleeves and donate. 🩸❤️ We couldn't be prouder our Staten Island team— they’re leading by example and inspiring all of us!
Thank the Donor gives blood recipients the ability to write messages of thanks and gratitude to blood donors. Today, our donors got the chance to read a few ❤️
#ThanktheDonor #TTD #blooddonor #bloodrecipient #recipientstories #fyp
Joseph C. celebrated his 100th donation milestone by taking his donations to the next level and gave platelets for the first time!
Joseph is pictured here at our Rye Donor Center with Donor Specialist Trudy who helped him celebrate with give a perfect "stick"! 🤗
