Commit to Give 4+ Blood Donations in 2026

Your Dedication to People with Sickle Cell is Amazing

Your blood is VITAL for sickle cell patients. Each blood donation you make in 2026 is an everyday act of heroism. The need never stops, and you can donate blood every 56 days.

Through the strength of us, we can ensure those living with Sickle Cell receive the care they need through blood transfusion to alleviate pain and complications.

Will you commit to giving blood in 2026?

• Step 1: Give 4 or more blood donations with Vitalant from Jan. 1-Dec. 31, 2026.
• Step 2: Within a few days of giving the qualifying donation, type O-positive donors will receive an email encouraging you to visit the Vitalant online donor store to order your Vital Elite Backpack Cooler.* Donor Rewards program opt-in is required. Type A-positive and B-positive donors will receive an email in January 2027 with instructions on how to claim your Vital Elite Backpack Cooler.*
• Step 3: Sport your Vital Elite Backpack Cooler with pride! You’ll feel great knowing you helped sickle patients.
• BONUS: Each blood donation earns you points in the Vitalant donor rewards store to redeem for gift cards. Learn more about the Vitalant Donor Rewards Store.

Make Your Appointment Now

Helpful Tip: You can schedule several blood donations at one time. Simply make sure to schedule each donation at least 56 days from the last donation for whole blood or 112 days from the last donation for Power Red.

Commit to being VITAL, experience ELITE support.

Vital Elite is not just a status; it's a commitment to changing lives. By becoming Vital Elite, you're taking a stand for a healthier, brighter future. Join us in the journey to save lives and be celebrated for your unwavering dedication.

Are you ready to commit to a cause that truly makes a difference? Become Vital Elite and let's make an impact, one commitment at a time. Together, we can achieve incredible results.

Important information about the 2026 Vital Elite Backpack Cooler:

• Donors with blood types O+, A+ or B+ will qualify for the Vital Elite Backpack Cooler in 2026 by giving:
  • 4 or more whole blood donations.
  • 2 whole blood and 1 Power Red donations.
  • 2 Power Red donations.
• Once you qualify, you’ll receive a congratulations email from us.
• Type O+ donors:*
  • You need to have an online donor account AND be opted into the Donor Rewards program to be able to order the Vital Elite Backpack Cooler in the online donor store.
  • Within two days after giving your qualifying donation, log in to your donor account, then click “Rewards” and “Redeem Rewards” to enter the online donor rewards store to order the backpack cooler. (Note: there are no bonus rewards points associated with this vest; donors who qualify to receive it will see it displayed in the online donor store.)
  • Final date to redeem in the online donor store is Jan. 29, 2027.
• Type A+ and B+ donors:*
  • In Jan. 2027, you'll receive an email with instructions on how to redeem your Vital Elite Backpack Cooler.
  • Final date to order the vest via the redemption email is Jan. 29, 2027.
• Qualifying donors will have the opportunity to select their preferred size (small-3XL).
• The Vital Elite Backpack Cooler will NOT be handed out at the blood donation location.
• Limit of 1 Vital Elite Backpack Cooler per donor.
• Please allow up to 3 weeks to receive the Vital Elite Backpack Cooler in the mail. While supplies last.

Schedule Your Next Blood Donation Now

*Type O-positive (O+), A-positive (A+) and B-positive (B+) Sickle Cell donors who give four (4) whole blood donations, or two (2) whole blood donations plus one (1) Power Red donation, or two (2) Power Red donations during the promotional time frame (Jan. 1-Dec. 31, 2026) are eligible to redeem the Vital Elite Backpack Cooler in the online Donor Rewards store ONLY if they’ve first created an online donor account AND opted into the Donor Rewards program. Limit one (1) backpack cooler per donor. Backpack coolers will NOT be handed out at the donation center. Offer is non-transferable and not redeemable for cash. Offer is subject to change at any time during the promotional time frame. Some donors may qualify for an additional promotion during this same time frame. Vitalant reserves the right to send a gift of equal value in replacement of presented offer. Final date to redeem the backpack cooler in the online donor store is Jan. 29, 2027. Please allow up to 3 weeks for it to arrive in the mail. While supplies last. O-Positive (O+) donors: Within two days after donation, the Vital Elite Backpack Cooler will be available in the online donor store. A-Positive (A+) & B-Positive (B+) donors: Email instructions will be sent to qualifying donors in January 2027 on how to claim the Vital Elite Backpack Cooler.