National Blood Donor Month 2026: Why I Give

January is National Blood Donor Month, a national observance dedicated to recognizing the volunteers whose generosity saves lives every single day. The 2026 campaign invites all donors and potential donors to reflect on what motivates them. Modern medical care depends on volunteer donors for emergencies, surgeries, chronic illnesses, and cancer treatments because blood cannot be manufactured. Some people give to honor a loved one. Others donate because they want to support their community or help ensure blood is available before an emergency happens. Many donate simply because they know that one pint can help save multiple lives, and an hour of their time can give someone else more time with the people they love.

How You Can Make an Impact

If you are eligible, consider making an appointment to donate this January. Sharing your own “why” can encourage friends, family, and colleagues to join you. Every story shared, and every donation made, strengthens the nation’s blood supply and helps ensure patients get the care they need when they need it most.

Your reason to give could help save a life. Your story could inspire someone else to step forward. Your donation could change someone’s tomorrow.

Find a blood center and schedule your appointment today https://americasblood.org/for-donors/find-a-blood-center/

Learn more through www.BloodDonorMonth.org