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Why Donate

Welcome to the Life Savers' Lounge

Hey there, superhero! On behalf of patients across Oklahoma, Arkansas and Texas, we'd like to welcome you to Our Blood Institute — and thank you for donating today!

We like to say that donating blood is like a mini-vacation. For a few minutes, you get to escape from the daily grind, put your feet up, and unwind — all while saving lives! And just like a trip recharges you, knowing you're making a meaningful difference in our communities also gives you a boost of happiness.

So while you're staying with us, we thought we'd make your experience even more enjoyable. Think of this page as your in-flight — uh, in-donation — entertainment, filled with fun facts, games and more for you to experience right on your "cell" phone. (We had to stick a blood joke in there.) Sit back, get comfortable and scroll away!

Discover What Drives Donors!

Are you passionate about making a difference? Your insights could help save lives! We invite you to share your thoughts in a two-question survey about what motivates people to donate blood and platelets.

TAKE THE SURVEY

    Play Games

    Donation Challenge: Sit. Donate. Play!

    How much do you know about Our Blood Institute? What about the communities we serve? Put your knowledge to the test while playing Tic Tac Trivia. Get three correct answers in a row and win!

    • Our Blood Institute Facts

      OBI Facts

      Did you know that OBI is one of the largest independent blood centers in the nation? Discover fun facts about our lifesaving work and mission.

      PLAY GAME

    • Plates, Let's or Platelets?

      Plates, Let's or Platelets

      Contrary to popular belief, platelets aren't tiny plates. In this fill-in-the-blank game, players must pick the correct way to complete various sentences.

      PLAY GAME

    • Our Communities

      Our Communities

      When you donate to OBI, you're helping patients in hospitals across Oklahoma, Arkansas and Texas. How much do you know about some of these towns and cities?

      PLAY GAME

    Watch A Movie

    Now that you've got your snacks, it's time for some entertainment. If you get tired of scrolling social media or you're all caught up on your favorite shows, we've got a collection of inspiring stories featuring blood recipients whose lives have been changed thanks to heroes like you. Binge-watch them and see the incredible difference you're making!

    WATCH VIDEOS

      Light Reading

      Did you forget your book at home? No need to dig through a seat-back pocket for a magazine. Visit the Blood Matters Blog, a digital treasure trove of stories about our incredible donors, the patients who depend on them and all things OBI. We've picked a few of our favorite stories for your enjoyment below.

      Donating Rocks

      Remember to bring your headphones? Crank up your favorite tunes and make this a party. Need some inspiration? Here are our top picks:

      • "Stayin’ Alive" by the Bee Gees (Your're literally helping someone do that!)
      • "Heroes" by David Bowie (Because you are one!)
      • "Respect" by Aretha Franklin (You certainly have ours!)
      • "Don't Stop Believin'" by Journey (No reason, this is just a really good song.)

        See The Impact of Your Gift

        Hear from people across Oklahoma, Texas and Arkansas who are alive today because of generous blood donors like you.

        READ STORIES

        Book Your Next Trip!

        Did you know that you can donate...

        • Platelets every seven days?
        • Whole blood every 56 days?
        • Double red cells every 112 days?

        If you enjoyed your experience today, we would love to see you again! While you're here with us, take a moment to schedule your next trip to an OBI blood drive or donor center.

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          Stay connected and inspired by following Our Blood Institute on social media, where you'll find heartwarming stories, important updates and a community of fellow heroes!