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  • OBI Remembers the OKC Bombing, 30 Years Later

    This April 19, we honor the 168 people whose lives were senselessly cut short and the countless blood donors who showed up to support the survivors.

    Join Us in Remembrance

    OKC bombing 30th anniversary
  • Howdy Partner! Saddle Up and Donate with Our Blood Institute.

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  • Looking for a Way to Give Back? Volunteer with Us!

    Here at OBI, we recognize the critical importance of a healthy blood supply — and how vital our volunteers are to ensuring it is! See why our volunteers do what they do, as well as opportunities in your area, using the link below.

    More on Volunteering at OBI

    OBI volunteers at blood drive
  • What Blood Type Is the Universal Donor?

    You've probably heard the term. But what exactly does it mean? We'll break it down, covering all the fascinating details behind a "universal" blood type that can be transfused to anyone.

    Here's What to Know

    Universal blood donor giving red blood cells
  • In Bull Riding & Blood Donation, Every Second Counts

    We're wrangling our community this spring with a goal of saving buckaroos across Oklahoma, Arkansas and Texas. And we're giving away something special as an added benefit.

    Why It's Time to Saddle Up

    OBI mascot Obie riding a bull

    This Life Brought to You by Blood Donors

    Learn about the need for blood donations from patients who have benefitted from these lifesaving gifts.

    Read Stories

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    Get Paid with a Purpose

    OBI is proud to launch Donable®, a peer-to-peer app that pays users for recruiting blood donors to OBI locations. Now anyone can turn their network of friends, family, coworkers, etc. into local lifesavers. Download today!

    Learn More

    • Use the Donable app to recruit blood donors, save lives and earn money!

      Join Our Team

      Make saving lives part of your work by joining our lifesaving mission.

      Find Out How

      Find a job with Our Blood Institute