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The American Red Cross is urging people to donate blood and platelets as spring activities and travel plans begin to impact the nation's blood supply. Donors of all blood types are needed to maintain a stable supply for patients. To encourage participation, the Red Cross is partnering with lifestyle brand Life is Good to offer a limited-edition T-shirt to donors who give between March 30 and April 12. Eligible donors must be in good health, typically at least 17 years old, and weigh at least 110 pounds. Appointments can be made online or by calling 1-800-RED CROSS.

The American Red Cross is urging people to schedule blood and platelet donations as spring activities and travel plans begin to impact the nation’s blood supply.

Officials say donors of all blood types are needed to help maintain a stable supply for patients, particularly as seasonal disruptions can reduce donations.

To encourage participation, the Red Cross is partnering with lifestyle brand Life is Good to offer a special incentive. Donors who give blood or platelets between March 30 and April 12 will receive a limited-edition Red Cross and Life is Good T-shirt, while supplies last.

“It’s critical that donors make and keep appointments in the weeks to come to help the blood supply stand up to any seasonal disruptions or challenges,” said Paul Sullivan, senior vice president of donor services for the Red Cross.

Linne Kimball, vice president of strategic partnerships for Life is Good, said the collaboration highlights how small acts can make a meaningful difference.

“Giving blood is proof that one person and one simple act can make a real difference,” Kimball said.

Residents in King County and surrounding areas will have several opportunities to donate between March 30 and April 12, including the following locations:

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Upcoming Blood Donation Opportunities (March 30 – April 12)

Bothell

  • April 8, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Avalon Bothell Commons, 12207 NE 191st St

Kirkland

  • April 1, 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. Kirkland Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 6400 108th Ave NE

Renton

  • April 6, 12 p.m. – 6 p.m. AB ONE Renton, 3215 Lind Ave SW

Seattle

  • March 30, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. UW HUB, 4001 E Stevens Way NE
  • March 31, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Union Square, 600 University St
  • April 2, 10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Bethany Community Church West Seattle, 8600 9th Ave SW
  • April 2, 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. Church of LDS Skyway Building, 8220 S. 126th St
  • April 9, 10:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Thornton Place Apartments, 337 NE 103rd St

Shoreline

  • April 6, 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Seattle Scottish Rite, 1207 N 152nd St

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Appointments can be made by visiting RedCrossBlood.org, downloading the Red Cross Blood Donor App or calling 1-800-RED CROSS.

Eligible donors must be in good health, typically at least 17 years old (or 16 with parental consent in some states), and weigh at least 110 pounds. Identification is required at check-in.

The Red Cross also encourages donors to use its RapidPass system to complete pre-donation health questions online before arriving, helping reduce wait times.

Officials say even a single donation can help save multiple lives, making each appointment an important contribution to patients in need.