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Important Notice

On May 11, 2023, the FDA issued final guidance regarding an individual donor assessment for all blood donors regardless of gender or sexual orientation.

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All Types Needed

Appointments are strongly encouraged. Walk-ins will be accepted as the schedule allows.

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Become a Platelet Donor

Donated platelets must be transfused within a week, platelet donors are constantly needed to keep the supply stable.

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Blood Donors = Life Savers

Every day, patients rely on blood products as part of their life-saving treatment!

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Book a Blood Drive

Let Mass General come to you with one of our bloodmobiles.

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Can I Donate?

All blood donors must meet Massachusetts General Hospital’s eligibility requirements to donate whole blood, platelets or red blood cells.

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Ways to Donate

Volunteer donors are needed every day to provide blood for the thousands of patients who need it.

Host a Blood Drive

We encourage companies and organizations of all sizes to donate blood through an organized blood drive or car service.

News & Events

View some of our upcoming activities and events.

About Us

The Kraft Family Blood Donor Center is one of the largest full-service blood transfusion and donation services in the country.