Blood Donation Drives in South Orange County

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Residents in South Orange County come together to donate blood.

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Residents of South Orange County can participate in a series of blood donation drives throughout July. Organized by the American Red Cross, these events aim to meet the urgent need for blood donations, which are critical for surgeries and medical treatments. Donors are encouraged to register in advance and bring valid identification. The blood drives will be held in various locations, including Mission Viejo, San Clemente, Dana Point, and more. Community involvement is essential, as every donation can potentially save multiple lives.

South Orange County residents will have multiple opportunities to donate blood throughout the month of July 2025, as the American Red Cross organizes a series of blood drives across various locations. This initiative allows community members to contribute to a critical need for blood donations, which are vital for patients requiring medical treatment.

The blood drives will take place daily in different cities, beginning with a Mission Viejo Blood Drive on Monday, July 7, 2025, from 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM at Mission Viejo City Hall, located at 200 Civic Center Drive. Other scheduled locations include:

San Clemente Blood Drive on Tuesday, July 8, from 11:30 AM to 5:30 PM at Baha’is of San Clemente, 3316 Avenida Del Presidente.
Dana Point Blood Drive on Wednesday, July 9, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM at Dana Point Harbor Partners, 34475 Golden Lantern.
Laguna Hills Blood Drive on Thursday, July 10, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM at voco Laguna Hills, 25205 La Paz Road.
Additional drives in San Clemente, Rancho Mission Viejo, Ladera Ranch, and further locations will take place throughout the month.

Key dates include:

Sunday, July 13: Rancho Mission Viejo from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Monday, July 14: Ladera Ranch from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
Thursday, July 17: San Clemente from 11:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
Sunday, July 20: San Clemente from 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM.
Friday, July 25: Laguna Niguel from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
Wednesday, July 30: Laguna Woods from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Thursday, July 31: San Juan Capistrano from 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
Friday, August 1: Laguna Woods from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM.

All donors are required to register in advance and present valid identification at the time of their donation. To schedule a donation appointment, interested individuals can contact the American Red Cross at 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767). It is important to note that times and dates are subject to change, so participants are encouraged to reach out to the event organizer for the latest information.

The need for blood is paramount, especially as hospitals and healthcare facilities continue to rely on donations for surgeries, trauma care, and other medical treatments. Blood drives not only provide a lifeline for patients in critical need but also foster community involvement and support.

The American Red Cross organizes these blood drives to ensure that there is a sufficient supply of blood available at hospitals and other medical facilities. With the summer months often experiencing an increase in accidents and medical emergencies, increasing the blood supply is crucial to providing timely and effective care to those in need.

Residents of South Orange County are encouraged to participate in this life-saving initiative and make a difference in their community by donating blood. Every donation counts and can potentially save multiple lives, making a simple act of kindness an essential contribution to public health.