From April 20 to 25, we highlight the crucial role the lab and our We Are Blood technical services team plays in providing safe and reliable blood to patients at…
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Support Our Local Hospitals This April!
Every day, local hospitals rely on We Are Blood and our generous donors to provide Central Texas patients with the lifesaving treatment they need in critical moments of medical care.…
Read MoreNational Donate Life Month: Time to Honor the Gift of Life
Many people don’t realize that nearly everyone can be a donor, and that every donation is a vital contribution to a larger cause. Beginning in 2003, National Donate Life Month…
Read MoreWe Are Family: Melvin Barrentine
When Melvin (Mel) Barrentine and his wife, Randi, moved to Austin in the early 1980s, they had no idea their lives would soon take a turn that would forever change…
Read MoreNational Volunteer Month: Celebrating Service
Every April, we take a moment to recognize and celebrate the service of our amazing volunteers – the individuals who dedicate more than just their time; they bring their heart,…
Read MoreGive Local, Save Lives: Mall Blood Drives This March
SXSW is almost over, and spring break is here – a time for live music, great food, and much-needed fun. But while the city buzzes with energy, local patients still…
Read MoreLet’s Move Forward Together This Women’s History Month
During Women’s History Month 2025, we celebrate women who have dedicated their lives to leading, educating, and inspiring others. We especially want to shout out all the amazing women supporting…
Read MoreWe Are Family: Lyle Boardman
Lyle Boardman’s commitment to blood donation has spanned decades, with more than 20 gallons of blood donated since he started in the 1960s. However, his true motivation to donate grew…
Read MoreHERO+ Program -PLUS- How to help AMPLIFY the impact in March!
Imagine... It’s a typical day – driving home from work or running errands – when at an intersection, you are hit by an inattentive driver. Injuries are sustained and you…
Read MoreWe Are Family: Girl Scouts of Central Texas
At Girl Scouts of Central Texas, the mission is clear: to build girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place. With approximately 8,500 members in…
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