You are Vitally Important to Patients

Wednesday, August 26, 2026 12:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

San Luis Obispo and Santa Maria

To schedule an appointment, click on the location below at which you would like to donate: 

KSBY TV, San Luis Obispo
12:30 PM - 6:30 PM
1772 Calle Joaquin, San Luis Obispo
MAKE YOUR APPOINTMENT HERE

Santa Maria, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
12:30 PM - 6:30 PM
908 E. Sierra Madre, Santa Maria
MAKE YOUR APPOINTMENT HERE

 

DONOR GIFTS

All donors will receive tacos from Taqueria 805, and SLO donors will get a treat from Paradise Shaved Ice (while supplies last). 

The Heat Is On: A Cool Thank-You Gift for Summer Donors

Just like air conditioning, blood donors are in high demand this time of year. Stop by one of our donation locations and cool off while saving a life. Then treat yourself to a refreshing goody with your thank-you gift card.

All donors who come to give blood, platelets or plasma Aug. 1-31 and use code 
AUGUST15-2026-V when scheduling an appointment will receive a $15 Rewards gift card* in appreciation. Donor Rewards program opt-in required.

Schedule your appointment today!

 

 

ABOUT THE DRIVE

Join KSBY and Vitalant for the Be a Hero blood drive on Wednesday, August 26! Two opportunities to donate: in San Luis Obispo at the KSBY TV Station in the bloodmobile or in Santa Maria at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, both locations from 12:30 pm to 6:30 pm. Your donation will help ensure blood is available for vulnerable patients through the Labor Day holiday weekend, a time when donations dip due to family gatherings and travel. It's the blood on the shelves that saves lives.