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How to Volunteer with OBI

Wanting to make a difference in your community? At Our Blood Institute, that's what we're all about. Come volunteer with us and you'll be saving lives!

Our Blood Institute blood bank volunteers at donor event

Did you know that someone in the U.S. needs a blood transfusion every two seconds? That's over 43,000 transfusions every day in this country alone.

Of course, those transfusions are dependent on blood being available. And that doesn't just happen — it takes a village! That's why all of us at Our Blood Institute are so thankful for every volunteer that comes our way.

So if you've been looking into how and where to volunteer, look no further. Whether you're a teenager, a senior citizen or somewhere in between, we'll match your skills, interests and availability and find the perfect place for you. With locations across Oklahoma, Arkansas and Texas, we have a number of volunteer opportunities primed for you to make an incredible, lifesaving difference. Visit any of the links below for details regarding OBI donor center hours, locations and volunteer coordinator information!

Ways to Volunteer

Want to work directly with donors? Consider volunteering as a receptionist at one of our donor centers or becoming a mobile blood drive crew member. Interested in something behind the scenes? You could call prospective donors, label empty blood bags, or help us pack our blood drive kits, T-shirts and snacks. If you've ever donated blood with us, you know how important those Nutter Butters are!

How about using your Instagram to save lives? That's right, as an OBI Social Media Ambassador, you can use your social media platform to highlight the importance of giving blood.

More on Our Social Media Ambassador Program

There are so many ways to volunteer with us, and all are them are critical to saving lives. Ready to get started? Tell us a little about yourself using the button below and we'll be in touch!

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Why Volunteer with OBI

Volunteer with Our New Therapy Dog Program

Few volunteer opportunities let you contribute to a lifesaving mission while working with man's best friend, but Our Blood Institute's BloodHounds program does exactly that. This initiative brings the comfort and joy of certified therapy dogs to blood donors, helping ease stress and create a positive donation experience.

OBI blood bank therapy dog program

If you're an animal lover interested in volunteering with dogs while making a real impact in your community, join us! You don't want to miss out on this un-fur-gettable volunteer opportunity!

Help Your Community, Earn Volunteer Hours

We're proud to partner with high school and college career programs, offering students unique volunteer experiences that count toward graduation requirements. We help volunteers meet their program goals and required hours to maintain eligibility.

Plus, participants are able to gain hands-on experience and develop valuable skills, all while contributing to the business of saving lives!

Additionally, OBI's volunteer program supports individuals and groups, so if you're an educator seeking projects for your students, reach out today to learn how we can partner together!

Randy Looke, Retired USAF and OBI Volunteer

"I love talking to new donors and taking them through the process. Even better, I love seeing their faces when they successfully donate."

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Retired senior volunteer for Our Blood Institute

OBI Volunteer Frequently Asked Questions