Student Government Empowers Others to Make a Difference
For the past six years, Activities Director and Blood Drive Coordinator, Brent Mattix has led the Roseville High School Student Government in successful blood drives. The keys to a thriving blood donor program according to Mattix – strong leaders and motivation.
Is Donating Blood Safe?
It’s no secret that blood donations save lives — after all, 1 in every 7 people entering a hospital needs blood. But you may be wondering: Is donating blood safe?
Vitalant Account Manager Wins ADRP Donor Recruiter of the Year Award, Shares Best Practices
Blood Drive Coordinators play a vital role in supporting hospital patients in their community and, when the need arises, others across the country. A critical resource to their success is the support of a Vitalant Account Manager. The ADRP Donor Recruiter of the Year Award was established in 1982 to recognize an outstanding donor recruiter in the blood banking industry. To be considered for this prestigious award, individuals must be nominated by their peers, demonstrate exceptional practices, and have their nomination reviewed and voted on by a nominations committee.
Blood Donation Mental Health
Learn How Saving Lives Brings You Happiness and Confidence
Did you know that helping others has a positive effect on your mental health? It may seem too good to be true, but when you give blood and save lives, you’re opening the door to a treasure trove of mental and emotional rewards.
Donor Motivation: Using Points and Promotions to Recruit Blood Donors
What motivates a blood donor to volunteer to help someone they will most likely never meet? Some donors say they give blood because “it’s the right thing to do.” Others say they give blood because they have a personal connection to the mission. Still others say they give blood because they like to earn points* or sport the free T-shirts Vitalant gives donors in recognition of their lifesaving donations during critical times of the year.
Power UP for Patients this Summer
This summer, Vitalant is asking blood donors and blood drive coordinators to Power UP in support of hospital patients. What does that mean? For donors, it means giving a Power Red, plasma or platelet donation based on their blood type. For blood drive coordinators, it means filling every appointment slot, recruiting a few first-time donors to every blood drive, and recruiting A-negative, B-negative and type O donors* to Power UP with a Power Red donation.