Time is critical for patients this December. The American Red Cross
urges donors to make an appointment to give blood or platelets now to keep the blood supply steady over
the busy holiday season. Types O positive, O negative and B negative blood donors are especially
needed now and in the coming weeks.
December is National Month of Giving, and your Red Cross blood or platelet donation can bring hope and
healing. Create a new holiday tradition and help spread comfort and support lifesaving care. When the
unexpected happens, it’s the blood products already on the shelves that matter.
Redefine the meaning of a gift bag; give something that means something and schedule a blood
or platelet donation appointment by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting
RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).
For a limited time, those who come to give Dec. 8-18, 2025, will receive a $15 Amazon Gift Card by
email. Those who come to give Dec. 19, 2025-Jan. 4, 2026, will receive an exclusive Red Cross long-
sleeved T-shirt, while supplies last. For details on December offers, see RedCrossBlood.org/Gifts. If
you’re unable to give, consider making a financial donation to support our lifesaving mission at
redcross.org.
Upcoming blood donation opportunities Dec. 8-31, 2025:
WI
Clark
Abbotsford
12/26/2025: 12 p.m. – 5 p.m., Abbotsford City Hall, 203 N First St
Neillsville
12/15/2025: 11:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., American Legion Post 73, 6 Boon Blvd, PO Box 204
Owen
12/30/2025: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m., Clark County Rehabilitation and Living Center, W4266 State Road 29
Thorp
12/16/2025: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m., Thorp Fire & Ambulance District Station, 101 S Wilson St
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Jackson
Black River Falls
1/7/2026: 11:30 a.m. – 5 p.m., Comfort Inn & Suites, W10170 Hwy 54 E
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La Crosse
2025-APL-0821
2025-APL-0723
Holmen
12/9/2025: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., Holmen Square, 500 Holmen Dr N
La Crosse
12/8/2025: 11:45 a.m. – 6:45 p.m., La Crosse Blood Donation Center, 1431 WI-16
12/9/2025: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., J. F. Brennan Company Inc., 818 Bainbridge Street
12/9/2025: 11:45 a.m. – 6:45 p.m., La Crosse Blood Donation Center, 1431 WI-16
12/10/2025: 11:45 a.m. – 6:45 p.m., La Crosse Blood Donation Center, 1431 WI-16
12/12/2025: 8 a.m. – 3 p.m., La Crosse Blood Donation Center, 1431 WI-16
12/13/2025: 8 a.m. – 3 p.m., La Crosse Blood Donation Center, 1431 WI-16
12/15/2025: 11:45 a.m. – 6:45 p.m., La Crosse Blood Donation Center, 1431 WI-16
12/16/2025: 11:45 a.m. – 6:45 p.m., La Crosse Blood Donation Center, 1431 WI-16
12/17/2025: 11:45 a.m. – 6:45 p.m., La Crosse Blood Donation Center, 1431 WI-16
12/18/2025: 8 a.m. – 1 p.m., Boys and Girls Club – Terry Erickson Club, 1331 Clinton St
12/19/2025: 8 a.m. – 3 p.m., La Crosse Blood Donation Center, 1431 WI-16
12/20/2025: 8 a.m. – 3 p.m., La Crosse Blood Donation Center, 1431 WI-16
12/22/2025: 11:45 a.m. – 6:45 p.m., La Crosse Blood Donation Center, 1431 WI-16
12/23/2025: 11:45 a.m. – 6:45 p.m., La Crosse Blood Donation Center, 1431 WI-16
12/24/2025: 8 a.m. – 2:15 p.m., La Crosse Blood Donation Center, 1431 WI-16
12/26/2025: 8 a.m. – 3 p.m., La Crosse Blood Donation Center, 1431 WI-16
12/26/2025: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., Valley View Mall, 3800 State Rd 16
12/27/2025: 8 a.m. – 3 p.m., La Crosse Blood Donation Center, 1431 WI-16
12/29/2025: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, 130 Losey Blvd S
12/29/2025: 11:45 a.m. – 6:45 p.m., La Crosse Blood Donation Center, 1431 WI-16
12/30/2025: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., American Legion Post 52, 711 6th St S
12/30/2025: 11:45 a.m. – 6:45 p.m., La Crosse Blood Donation Center, 1431 WI-16
12/31/2025: 8 a.m. – 2:15 p.m., La Crosse Blood Donation Center, 1431 WI-16
1/2/2026: 8 a.m. – 3 p.m., La Crosse Blood Donation Center, 1431 WI-16
1/3/2026: 8 a.m. – 3 p.m., La Crosse Blood Donation Center, 1431 WI-16
1/5/2026: 11:45 a.m. – 6:45 p.m., La Crosse Blood Donation Center, 1431 WI-16
1/6/2026: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., Olivet Beacon of Light Lutheran Church, 2100 Bainbridge St
1/6/2026: 11:45 a.m. – 6:45 p.m., La Crosse Blood Donation Center, 1431 WI-16
1/7/2026: 11:45 a.m. – 6:45 p.m., La Crosse Blood Donation Center, 1431 WI-16
1/8/2026: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., Health Science Consortium, 1300 Badger St
1/8/2026: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., Moose Lodge, 1932 Ward Avenue
1/9/2026: 8 a.m. – 3 p.m., La Crosse Blood Donation Center, 1431 WI-16
Onalaska
12/29/2025: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran, 1201 Main St.
1/9/2026: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., Onalaska Omni Center, 255 Riders Club Rd
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Monroe
Sparta
1/6/2026: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., American Legion, 1116 Angelo Rd
Tomah
12/17/2025: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m., Masonic Temple, 520 E Saratoga St
12/31/2025: 12 p.m. – 5:30 p.m., Knights of Columbus Hall, 202 E Juneau St
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Vernon
Chaseburg
12/19/2025: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., Village Hall, 400 Depot Street
2025-APL-0821
2025-APL-0723
De Soto
1/5/2026: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., De Soto High School, 615 Main St
Hillsboro
12/10/2025: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Hillsboro High School, Hillsboro High School, 777 School Rd.
La Farge
12/19/2025: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., La Farge Community Center, 202 North State Street
Stoddard
12/15/2025: 12:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m., St Matthews Evangelical Lutheran Church, 303 N Main Street
Viroqua
12/22/2025: 11 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Church of Christ, 825 Nelson Pkwy
How to donate blood
Simply download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED
CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or enable the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device to make an
appointment or for more information. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A
blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in.
Individuals who are 17 years of age in most states (16 with parental consent where allowed by state law),
weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school
students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight
requirements.
Blood and platelet donors can save time at their next donation by using RapidPass ® to complete their pre-
donation reading and health history questionnaire online, on the day of their donation, before arriving at
the blood drive. To get started, follow the instructions at RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass or use the Blood
Donor App.
Amplify your impact − volunteer!
Another way to support the lifesaving mission of the Red Cross is to become a volunteer blood donor
ambassador at Red Cross blood drives. Blood donor ambassadors help greet, check in and thank blood
donors to ensure they have a positive donation experience.
Volunteers can also serve as transportation specialists, playing a vital role in ensuring lifesaving blood
products are delivered to nearby hospitals. For more information and to apply for either position, visit
redcross.org/volunteertoday.
About the American Red Cross:
The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides comfort to victims of disasters; supplies about 40%
of the nation’s blood; teaches skills that save lives; distributes international humanitarian aid; and
supports veterans, military members and their families. The Red Cross is a nonprofit organization that
depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to deliver its mission. For more
information, please visit redcross.org or CruzRojaAmericana.org, or follow us on social media.
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