America’s Blood Centers

08/20/2026

The nation is experiencing season! There's no better time to host or attend a blood drive in your community. Are you a first-time donor, or do you know someone who is? Learn more about the donation process here:

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08/06/2026

Thank you, ! Three days in Chicago, and dozens of conversations with state legislators and staff from across the country about what it takes to keep the nation's blood supply strong, safe, and ready when patients need it.

A special thank-you to donors who rolled up a sleeve at our blood drive with Versiti Blood Center of Illinois, The Community Blood Center, and Vitalant - Illinois. Together we collected 112 donations, enough to help save up to 336 lives.

07/28/2026

View our latest blog post - Blood Donations Urged by Task Force Following Downward Trend https://bit.ly/44YmiJs

Use our "Find a Blood Center" tool to donate at your nearest community blood center here - https://bit.ly/YourBloodCenter

07/27/2026

We're live at ! Come see us at Booth 3620, and don't miss the blood drive just outside the exhibit hall today. Roll up a sleeve between sessions; your donation is policy in action. 🩸

07/24/2026

Every two seconds, someone in the United States needs blood. You can save a life at . 🩸 ABC, along with members , Center (Appleton), and , are hosting a blood drive during the Summit. Find us just outside the exhibit hall Monday, July 27 & Tuesday, July 28. A single donation can save up to three lives. Roll up a sleeve between sessions.

07/24/2026

How transformational leadership inspires change was shared this week in the ABC/ADRP Pulse of Leadership Newsletter. Check it out here: https://bit.ly/4fjDkI6

Great leaders don't just set direction—they invest in the people around them.

This week's Pulse of Leadership SmartBrief newsletter, shared by ABC and ADRP, explores what makes transformational leadership effective: vision, integrity, emotional intelligence, and adaptability.

One practical way to grow as a leader? Practice intellectual stimulation by asking at least one thoughtful question daily before sharing your own opinion. It's a small habit that can shift team dynamics and unlock new perspectives.

Whether you're leading a blood center, managing donor relations, or shaping healthcare strategy, these leadership principles can help you elevate your impact.

➡️ Subscribe to the newsletter to stay connected with insights that strengthen your leadership journey.

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07/23/2026

We're headed to Chicago! 🩸 America's Blood Centers is exhibiting at the 2026 Legislative Summit, July 27–29 at McCormick Place. Stop by Booth 3620 to learn how community blood centers are strengthening the nation's blood supply, advancing patient care, and partnering with policymakers to support lifesaving blood donation. Attending? Let's connect.
👉 https://www.ncsl.org/summit

07/23/2026

Join us as we recognize our CEO, Kate Fry, MBA, CAE as she recently celebrated 10 years with America's Blood Centers The ABC staff and membership are appreciative of her leadership and commitment to amplifying and advancing the contributions of , to individuals, the system, and the communities they serve. Learn more: https://americasblood.org/about/leadership/

07/20/2026

View America's Blood Centers latest press release - DoD Launches Demonstration to Reimburse in Ambulances Following ABC Advocacy. Read full release here: https://bit.ly/3TFTHpI

07/16/2026

America’s Blood Centers applauds Rep. Debbie Dingell for introducing H.R. 9703 Improving Access to Transfusion Care for Hospice Patients Act. View our full press release here: https://bit.ly/4gHA2iX