WEST PLAINS, MO – Springfield Cardinals fans and local lifesavers have an exciting opportunity to step up to the plate and make a difference during the 21st Annual Bleed Red Blood Drive, brought to you by the Community Blood Center of the Ozarks (CBCO) and the Springfield Cardinals. The drive is making its way across southwest Missouri and southeast Kansas – including a stop at Ozarks Healthcare.
Donors who give blood during this year’s Bleed Red Blood Drive will walk away with more than the good feeling of saving lives. While supplies last, all successful donors will receive:
- A limited-edition “Bleed Red” Springfield Cardinals baseball shirt
- Two free general admission tickets to any Springfield Cardinals home game in June or July 2025 (visit cbco.org/baseball for date exclusions and full details)
Appointments are encouraged to minimize wait times, but walk-ins are always welcome.
To schedule an appointment, visit https://donor.cbco.org/index.php/drive-list or call 417-227-5006.
Be Prepared to Donate
To ensure a smooth and successful donation experience, donors are asked to:
- Hydrate with water or juice the night and morning before donating
- Eat a healthy, balanced meal 2–3 hours before donation
- Bring photo identification, which is now required for all donors
Every seven minutes, someone in the Ozarks needs blood. The CBCO is the sole provider of blood, platelets, and plasma to more than 40 hospitals – including Ozarks Healthcare. A single blood donation can help up to three people in need of life-saving care.
This Blood Drive will happen Friday June 20th.
