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Memorial Blood Centers @memorialblood.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

A few weeks ago, we celebrated Labor Day with a special sweepstakes, giving away a $500 gift card every day for a week. And now, one of our donors is getting some very good news! Thank you, Tim, for showing up for patients in our community. We're so happy we got to celebrate you!

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Memorial Blood Centers @memorialblood.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

🚨 Platelet donors are critically needed right now! 🚨 Everyone who stops by a donor center to give platelets between September 30 & October 6 will receive a $20 e-gift card as a thank-you! Registration is required ➡️ bit.ly/4dJa9ga

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Memorial Blood Centers @memorialblood.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Georgia's blood drive collected 51 units of blood in a single day—nearly four times the amount Georgia received during leukemia treatment. Your financial support helps ensure lifesaving care is there when families need it most ➡️ bit.ly/4hfc3Go

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Memorial Blood Centers @memorialblood.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Donating blood looks good on you! 💙🖤💗 Every donation brings more color, more hope, and more life to patients in our community. And that good feeling you get from knowing you helped someone? That's a color we can all agree looks good on everyone.

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Memorial Blood Centers @memorialblood.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Every performance starts with one thing: showing up. For Dylan, blood donation is no different. He started at 16. Now, 114 donations later, he’s still showing up — giving whole blood, donating platelets and doing one small thing that can make a difference for someone.

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Memorial Blood Centers @memorialblood.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Please join us in celebrating this father-daughter duo who just made their first blood donations together! Thank you both for rolling up your sleeves and showing us that saving lives can be a family affair! 👏❤️

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Memorial Blood Centers @memorialblood.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

For Jose, donating blood is simple -- "I'm healthy and able to give, so I do." A longtime whole blood donor, Jose rolls up his sleeve two to three times a year to help ensure lifesaving blood is there when patients need it most.

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Memorial Blood Centers @memorialblood.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

While battling Leukemia, Georgia received 14 lifesaving blood transfusions. Thanks to donors, she rang the bell in December 2025.  Help ensure young patients like Georgia have the lifesaving blood products they need. – Click to contribute today ➡️ bit.ly/4hfc3Go

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Memorial Blood Centers @memorialblood.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

"I just want to help others by donating something my body creates naturally.” Meet Jamie, an O-negative donor doing his part to keep our blood supply strong! Car accident victims, infants, and cancer patients all rely on O-negative blood being available every day of the year.

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Memorial Blood Centers @memorialblood.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Donating blood is a small act that can have a lifesaving impact on someone right here in your community. So if you’re looking for a way to do some good, roll up your sleeve. Give blood. Give back. Make a difference. ❤️🩸

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Memorial Blood Centers @memorialblood.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Every donor has a story. ❤️ Thank you to the donors who took a moment to share why they give, and for making a lifesaving difference with every donation.

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Memorial Blood Centers @memorialblood.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Meet best friends and lifesavers Debbie, Lisa, and Kate! Every 56 days, these three turn donating blood into their version of a girls’ day out. When asked why they donate together, Kate put it best: “We're here for the cookies!” 🍪

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Memorial Blood Centers @memorialblood.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Join our Platelet Pact and donate twice between September 16 & November 19 to receive a $40 eGift card + bonus eGift cards for each additional visit. Patients facing serious medical complications depend on donors like you. Don't wait, donate today ➡️ bit.ly/4cK0rKe

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Memorial Blood Centers @memorialblood.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Hallie made her very first blood donation a few weeks ago during our Labor Day Sweepstakes and just found out she was one of our lucky $500 gift card winners! Today, Hallie’s husband stopped by to donate, too, so we got the chance to give Hallie her gift card in person!

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Memorial Blood Centers @memorialblood.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Regular platelet donor Rivkah decided to celebrate her birthday differently this year!🎉 Rivkah brought 10 of her closest friends to one of our donor centers. While the birthday girl rolled up her sleeve to give platelets, her friends joined her in giving 9 lifesaving pints!

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Memorial Blood Centers @memorialblood.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Donors are LOVING their “Let’s Skol Donate” T-shirts, designed by The Sota Shop! Stop by any donor center or blood drive through September 17 to donate and get yours! Come for the shirt. Stay for the lifesaving impact. 💜 bit.ly/4wXDFpr

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Memorial Blood Centers @memorialblood.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

This Blood Collector’s Week, we’re celebrating the incredible people who make every donation experience one filled with care and compassion. To our blood collectors and collection teams: thank you for being such an important part of the connection between donors and patients. ❤️

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Memorial Blood Centers @memorialblood.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

🏈 It’s rivalry week and we’re looking for MVPs (Most Valuable Pints)! Stop by to donate from 9/10 to 9/17 and you’ll receive a limited-edition “Let’s SKOL Donate” shirt, designed by the Sota Shop. Rep the purple. Support your community. Save lives. 💜 bit.ly/4wXDFpr

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Memorial Blood Centers @memorialblood.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

In this 25th anniversary reflection, colleagues who were there share what they remember from the uncertainty of that day to the extraordinary generosity of donors. Today, we remember the lives lost and the incredible generosity that followed 🩸 bit.ly/46Q2HvO

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Memorial Blood Centers @memorialblood.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

When O- blood runs low, patient care can’t always move forward. Surgeries are postponed. Cancer care is delayed. Doctors may have to make difficult decisions about limited blood supplies. If you’re O-negative, now is the time to give: bit.ly/4wXDFpr

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Memorial Blood Centers @memorialblood.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Jaxon’s story is possible because of the generosity of blood donors. Your support helps ensure donated blood is always available, safe, and ready when it’s needed most.  Donate today to help sustain the system that turns generosity into survival ➡️ bit.ly/4zhpU7l

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Memorial Blood Centers @memorialblood.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

We are heartbroken by the violence in downtown Minneapolis, and our thoughts are with everyone affected. MBC has provided nearly 300 lifesaving blood products to support patients and is working closely with hospital partners. To make a donation, visit mbc.org

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Memorial Blood Centers @memorialblood.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

During the week of September 2-9, we’re giving away a $500 gift card to one person who comes in to donate every day. That’s right, eight lucky lifesavers will win $500. Schedule your appointment and save lives today! bit.ly/4oObjLN

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Memorial Blood Centers @memorialblood.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Come give platelets at one of our donor centers between now and Thursday, September 3, and you’ll receive a $20 gift card as a thank-you! 🎁 Your platelets will make a lifesaving difference for patients who need them most. Registration required* bit.ly/3SCFrhA

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Memorial Blood Centers @memorialblood.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Kyra chose to donate in honor of her husband's uncle, a regular blood donor who recently passed away. By rolling up her sleeve, she paid tribute to his legacy of generosity and helped continue the lifesaving impact he believed in. Thank you, Kyra, for honoring his memory ❤️

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Memorial Blood Centers @memorialblood.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

From Rodeo to the Strip, Broadway to Bourbon, this street takes you somewhere even better. There's no wrong turns when you’re headed to save a life! 💪 #DoMore

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Memorial Blood Centers @memorialblood.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

"I got a phone call saying you needed blood, so I made an appointment." ❤️🩸 It wasn't until we talked with him a little more that we realized just how humble he was being. Robert is a lifelong blood and platelet donor, and today marked his 152nd lifetime donation!

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Memorial Blood Centers @memorialblood.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Each unit of blood depends on a vital network behind the scenes: donor recruitment, collection, testing, storage, transportation, and the staff who keep it all running 24/7.  When that system is strong, patients like Jaxon have a chance to thrive ➡️ bit.ly/4zhpU7l

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Memorial Blood Centers @memorialblood.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Battle of the Badges is heating up, and there’s still time to join the fight! 👮‍♀️🚒 Stop by a Battle of the Badges blood drive this month to help rebuild dangerously low blood supplies and save lives. Don't forget to also pick up your complimentary shirt! bit.ly/4ze3cgt

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Memorial Blood Centers @memorialblood.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

For nearly 50 years, Damian has been saving lives through blood donation. His journey began in 1976, and since returning in 1990, he’s donated every 8 weeks. He also gives platelets 4x a year. As he prepares for retirement, giving back remains part of his life. 🩸

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Memorial Blood Centers @memorialblood.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

"Honestly, I just wanted to do something that was new and good for the community." With a donor center conveniently located near his home home, Lamar decided it was the perfect time to make his first blood donation.

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Memorial Blood Centers @memorialblood.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Michael recently made his first blood donation in memory of his father, who passed away from cancer. The donation was especially meaningful because it took place on what would have been his father's birthday. By his side was his girlfriend, Melanie, a dedicated donor herself ❤️

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Memorial Blood Centers @memorialblood.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Persistence pays off! Divine wasn't able to donate at her school blood drive because of low iron, but she didn't give up. She came back, made her first successful blood donation, and plans to keep donating. Welcome to the lifesaving community, Divine! 🩸🎉

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Memorial Blood Centers @memorialblood.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Joe started donating blood at 22 but fell out of the habit after starting a new job. Nearly 20 years later, he came back. Now, as an O+ double red donor, he donates every 112 days. Joe's story is proof that it's never too late to make a lifesaving difference. 🩸

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Memorial Blood Centers @memorialblood.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Every time someone donates blood, they become a real-life superhero for patients they'll likely never meet. Your donation could help someone survive a traumatic injury, receive cancer treatment, undergo a lifesaving surgery, or welcome a healthy new baby into the world.

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Memorial Blood Centers @memorialblood.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

"I always say, it's better to give than to receive." For Margaret, donating platelets is her way of honoring her father. Even though the process takes a little bit longer than a whole blood donation, she's happy to give because she knows it's where she can make the biggest impact

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Memorial Blood Centers @memorialblood.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

🎉 Congratulations to our #WorldCup Sweepstakes winner, Mary! ⚽❤️ A regular donor from the Northland, Mary was all smiles as she accepted her prize. Even better, she already knows who she'll be sharing it with—her niece, who plays soccer for the University of Minnesota Duluth.

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Memorial Blood Centers @memorialblood.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

You only have a few days left to take part in Save & Scoop, our lifesaving collaboration with local ice cream shops, including #MNNiceCream! Everyone who comes in to donate by 7/31 will receive a voucher for an ice cream treat ➡️ mbc.org/scoop/

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Memorial Blood Centers @memorialblood.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Eden stepped off a plane at 10 a.m. and by 10:30 she was already at our blood drive. For Eden, blood donation is deeply personal. Her father is currently undergoing treatment for leukemia and has needed multiple blood transfusions throughout his journey.

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Memorial Blood Centers @memorialblood.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

The American Red Cross has declared only the second national blood crisis in its history, underscoring the challenges blood providers across the country are facing. Summer donations continue to lag while patient needs remain constant. Give blood. Help save lives.

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Memorial Blood Centers @memorialblood.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

❤️ Small town. Big impact. Thanks to Irene, the International Falls Blood Drive collected 219 units in just 3 days in a town of 5,500 people! Thanks also to Evangelical Covenant Church and every donor who made this incredible community effort possible. 🩸

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Memorial Blood Centers @memorialblood.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Thanks to the generosity of our donors, we've made progress. Our teams are still working around the clock to fulfill hospital orders, but we're not yet back to where we need to be. A donation made today could save someone's life as early as next week. #bloodemergency

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Memorial Blood Centers @memorialblood.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

🍓❤️ Community in action at the 92nd Hopkins Raspberry Festival Blood Drive! Former phlebotomist Julio Marin-Beltran returned as a donor, while his sister, last year's Raspberry Festival Queen Citlalli, made her first-ever donation. Thank you both for helping save lives!

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Memorial Blood Centers @memorialblood.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

DYK? Hospitals let us know when major surgeries are scheduled, and right now several liver transplants are planned in our area. We need donors now so blood is ready when these patients need it. 🩸 Find an appointment near you ➡️ bit.ly/4wK8ldT

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Memorial Blood Centers @memorialblood.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Meet Peter, a donor who is proving that small acts of kindness can add up to something extraordinary! Inspired by his father, he began donating whole blood decades ago before transitioning to platelets. Today, he's approaching an incredible milestone of 250 platelet donations.

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Memorial Blood Centers @memorialblood.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

From July 16–31, everyone who comes in to donate will receive a voucher for an ice cream treat as our way of saying thanks! Today, we're shining a spotlight on Parkview Ice Cream, one of the many incredible local businesses participating in this promo 🍦 mbc.org/scoop

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Memorial Blood Centers @memorialblood.bsky.social · 19/07/2026

After hearing about the blood emergency, father and son duo Jim and Mark didn't hesitate to make appointments. As first-time donors, they felt there was no better time to give. Plus, Jim, a retired firefighter understands how critical blood donations are during emergencies.

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Memorial Blood Centers @memorialblood.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Need a reason to smile? 😊 Donating blood feels good because it does good. It's amazing how one hour of your time can have such a big impact. Give blood, spread kindness, and leave knowing you've made someone's day a little brighter. ❤️

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Memorial Blood Centers @memorialblood.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

The signs are up because the need is real! 🚨 Our blood supply is at its lowest level since COVID, with less than a two-day supply available. Summer blood donations are down 30%, while patients continue to rely on lifesaving transfusions every single day.

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Memorial Blood Centers @memorialblood.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Memorial Blood Centers Declares Unprecedented Second Summer Blood Emergency 🚨 Summer blood donations are down 30%. We have not seen collection levels this low since the Covid 19 pandemic. Please don't wait to give. Schedule your donation today: bit.ly/4oObjLN

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