Gulf Coast Blood

Who They Are

Gulf Coast Blood is an organization dedicated to saving lives through blood donation and biotherapies. Its mission is to partner with the community to help save and sustain lives by providing a safe supply of blood, biotherapies, and related services. They focus on first-time and repeat donors, offering rewards and recognition.

What They Offer

Donation Types

They offer different donation methods based on blood type and patient needs: whole blood donation, platelets, and other types. They also have an advanced therapies program and medical research opportunities.

Programs and Rewards

• Commit for Life: recurring donation program with rewards.
• CFL Express Pass: fast access for frequent donors.
• Donor Rewards: points and prizes for donating.
• Milestone Mugs: recognition for donation milestones.
• Special promotions, such as monthly gifts (e.g., Puff bag, Blue Bell, free cholesterol and A1c tests).

Services for Hospitals and Research

• Blood products for hospitals and for research.
• Cell therapy and sample collection.
• Immunohematology reference laboratory.
• Donor testing and clinical trials.
• Support for physicians and hospital services.

Community Programs

• Organization of blood drives.
• Volunteer program and volunteer opportunities.
• CFL Scholarship and high school program.
• Donor diversity program and sickle cell support.

Innovation and Technology

They have a Digital Donor App to schedule appointments, view results, and redeem points. They also have Teagan, an AI virtual coach, to answer questions about donating.

Locations

The main headquarters is at 1400 La Concha Lane, Houston, Texas 77054. They have announced the opening of new donation centers in Memorial and Fort Bend County, as well as multiple locations in the Houston area.

Contact

Phone numbers: (713) 791-6373 and (713) 791-6234.
Email: cs@giveblood.org.

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