Celebrating the Heroes of Blood Collection: Blood Collectors Week 2024

(Houston, TX) – Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center is celebrating the 19th Annual Blood Collectors Week, which will take place from September 1 to 7, 2024. This special week is dedicated to recognizing and honoring the extraordinary contributions of our professional blood collectors, whose dedication and skill are vital to our mission of saving and sustaining lives.

Blood Collectors Week is a time to acknowledge the important role these professionals play in ensuring a safe and positive experience for our donors while ensuring blood is available to patients in need everywhere. Their commitment to excellence not only guarantees the availability of safe blood supplies but also builds a strong sense of community and compassion.

Throughout the week, we will highlight the stories and successes of these unsung heroes who work tirelessly to make every blood donation a seamless and rewarding experience.

Hannah, an Apheresis Tech, has been with Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center for two years, dedicating her skills and compassion to ensure every donor has a positive experience.

"One of my most memorable moments was helping to change a donor's perspective. She had a less-than-ideal experience at another facility. But when she came to Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center, everything changed," said Hannah. "She became eager to donate regularly, and it felt incredibly rewarding to have such a positive impact on her."

As we celebrate Blood Collectors Week, we invite the community to join us in recognizing and supporting these dedicated individuals. Whether you are a regular donor or considering donating for the first time, now is the perfect time to make a difference. By giving blood, donors can contribute directly to the lifesaving work our blood collectors facilitate daily.

We also encourage local organizations and businesses to consider hosting a blood drive. Hosting a blood drive is free, and it can impact the lives of many. By coming together, we can help ensure a steady and safe blood supply for our community.

Blood Collectors Week not only celebrates our dedicated professionals but also serves as a powerful reminder of the critical role blood donation plays in sustaining a reliable blood supply for our community. We encourage everyone to join us in this meaningful observance and contribute to our mission by finding a convenient location to donate.

Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center is the sole provider of blood and blood components 24/7 to more than 170 hospitals and health care facilities in a 26-county Texas Gulf Coast region. Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center is a nonprofit organization and is accredited by the Food and Drug Administration.