The American Red Cross now faces a severe blood shortage due to an unprecedented number of blood drive cancellations during this coronavirus outbreak.
The need for blood will become critical in the next few weeks.
Here is a list of local blood drives. Please consider donating.
Make an Appointment
| Location | Date | Time |
| Gypsy Hill | Wednesday, March 25 | 12pm-6pm |
| Augusta Expo | Wednesday, April 8 | 1:30pm-6pm |
| Parkway Wesleyan | Friday April, 10 | 4pm-7pm |
| Waynesboro Moose Lodge | Thursday, April 16 | 12pm-5pm |
Permanent Donor Centers
American Red Cross Blood Donation Center
(800) 733-2767
Neff Avenue, Harrisonburg
American Red Cross Blood Donation Center
(800) 733-2767
Albemarle Square, Charlottesville
Safety steps being taken at blood drives
- Pre-donation temperature will be taken prior to donor sign-in, in addition to our routine health and vitals check
- Enhanced disinfection of surfaces, equipment and electronics between each donor
- Social distancing in donor waiting areas, health histories, canteen and donor beds
- Increased signage and information sheet on COVID-19
- Pre-work screening of temperature for all drive staff and volunteers
- Enhanced hand washing and use of hand-sanitizer
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