October 22, 2025

South Orange County Blood Drives Announced

News Summary

Throughout October, South Orange County will host a series of blood drives organized by the American Red Cross. Various locations will offer daily donation opportunities, encouraging residents to contribute to this vital health resource. Donors must present valid identification and are encouraged to schedule appointments in advance. Community events will take place in areas including Laguna Niguel, Laguna Beach, and Mission Viejo, among others. These blood drives highlight the community’s commitment to support local hospitals and ensure an adequate blood supply for patients in need.

South Orange County will host a series of blood drives throughout October 2025, organized by the American Red Cross. Daily blood donation events are scheduled at various locations, providing residents ample opportunities to contribute to this vital need.

Individuals interested in donating blood must present valid identification during the donation process. To schedule an appointment, potential donors can contact the American Red Cross at 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767). Participants are strongly encouraged to make appointments in advance to ensure a smooth donation experience.

A variety of blood donation locations are set up across the region. The Laguna Hills Blood Donation Center, located at 22971 Mill Creek Drive, is available for donations throughout the month. Aside from this center, multiple community-based events include:

October 12, 2025: Laguna Niguel at St. Timothy Catholic Church, 29102 Crown Valley Pkwy, from 7:00 am – 1:00 pm.
October 15, 2025:
- Laguna Beach at Laguna Presbyterian Church, 415 Forest Avenue, from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm.
- Mission Viejo at Silverado High School, 25632 Peter A Hartman Way, from 8:30 am – 2:30 pm.
October 19, 2025: San Juan Capistrano at Mission Basilica, 31520 El Camino Real, from 8:30 am – 2:30 pm.
October 21, 2025:
- Mission Viejo at Capistrano Valley High School, 26301 Via Escolar, from 8:30 am – 2:30 pm.
- Aliso Viejo at Aliso Viejo Country Club, 33 Santa Barbara, from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm.
October 23, 2025:
- Mission Viejo at Elk’s Lodge, 25092 Marguerite Pkwy, from 1:00 pm – 7:00 pm.
- San Clemente at Baha’is of San Clemente, 3316 Avenida Del Presidente, from 11:30 am – 5:30 pm.
October 30, 2025: San Juan Capistrano at Capistrano Unified School District, 33122 Valle Road, from 11:00 am – 5:00 pm.

All times and dates for the blood donation events may change, so individuals planning to donate should reach out to the event organizer for the most current information before attending.

Blood donations are critical for maintaining community health and ensuring that hospitals have an adequate supply of blood for patients in need. With the ongoing demand for blood, the American Red Cross emphasizes the importance of consistent donations to support local hospitals and medical facilities.

The upcoming blood drives reflect the community’s commitment to helping those in need and encourage participation to bolster the local blood supply.