Use your power to save lives.

Lifesaving Beach Towel | May 1-31, 2026

Earn your stripes this summer by making a real impact. Donate with Gulf Coast Blood between May 1–31, 2026, and receive a limited-edition beach towel as a thank-you for helping patients who rely on blood donations every day.

^{*While supplies last. Promotional items may be substituted for items of equal value.} 

Power Up with Platelets | May 1-31, 2026

With a shelf life of just a few days, platelets are constantly needed to support patients in treatment. Your donation helps ensure care continues without interruption. Donate platelets this May with Gulf Coast Blood and receive a $20 eGift card* as a thank-you.

^{*Bonus points include regular donation points and will be added to your Digital Donor account within 2-3 business days. Redeem eGift cards in the Rewards Store. Valid email required.} 

Be the Type Everyone’s Counting On | May 1–31, 2026

O-negative is the universal blood type, first in emergencies when every second counts. Hospitals rely on O-negative donors to be ready for trauma, surgeries, and urgent care. Donate O-negative with Gulf Coast Blood between May 1–31, 2026, and receive a $20 eGift card for whole blood or single red cell donations, or $40 for double red cell donations* as a thank-you for your impact. 

^{*Bonus points include regular donation points and will be added to your Digital Donor account within 2-3 business days. Redeem eGift cards in the Rewards Store. Valid email required. Not eligible to combine with the platelets offer.}

Do Something Wildly Good | May 24-31, 2026

Do Something Wildly Good by donating blood between May 24–31 and receive a free Houston Zoo general admission ticket as our thank-you. 

^{*While supplies last.}

Saving Lives is Our Goal Giveaway! | Now through June 28, 2026

From April 1 through June 28, 2026, Gulf Coast Blood invites you to enter the Saving Lives Is Our Goal Giveaway for a chance to win two tickets to the July 4 Round of the international soccer tournament in Houston.

^{*No blood donation is required to enter or win. No purchase is necessary. Tickets are for personal use only and may not be resold or transferred.} 

Free A1C Screening | Now through July 31, 2026

Donate blood and get a FREE A1c screening! Early detection of elevated A1c levels can be a game-changer in preventing the long-term complications of diabetes. 

One Goal T-shirt | June 1 - 7, 2026

Make saving lives your goal this summer by giving back. Donate with Gulf Coast Blood between June 1–7, 2026, and receive a limited-edition T-shirt as a thank-you for helping patients who rely on blood donations every day.

^{*While supplies last. Promotional items may be substituted for items of equal value.}