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Our Blood Institute

  • Dun-Dun-DUNN-DONATE!

    Give Blood, Get Theme Park Tickets!

    Dive into action by donating blood and becoming part of an elite group of lifesavers!

    Join the Donor Rescue Crew

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  • Don't Let These Misconceptions Stop You From Saving Lives

    Think you can't donate because of a tattoo, your age or your health? You might be more eligible than you think. Let's set the record straight.

    The Truth Behind These 10 Claims

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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

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  • Check Out Our NEW Blood Types Hub!

    You may know your blood type, but what do you really know about it? Visit our newly redesigned blood types page for info on who your blood can help, what blood types you can receive, and so much more.

    Find Out About Your Blood Type

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    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!

    Get Started with Donablee

    • 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