Illustration of an anthropomorphic blood drop smiling and holding a smiling blood bag, with text reading “give blood to fight breast cancer” to the right alongside a pink ribbon. At the top is the logo for New Jersey Blood Services.

Blood Drive

October 8, 2026 - 1:00pm to 7:00pm

Blood Drive. Donate blood in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

 

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time dedicated to recognizing and supporting those affected by breast cancer. Blood donors play a critical role in supporting these patients, since more than a quarter of the U.S. blood supply is used by patients battling cancer.

 

Appointments recommended. Click here to make an appointment for this month's blood drive, or call 800-933-2566.

Sponsor Code: 68743

 

Donors 76 years old and older no longer need a doctor's note to donate blood.

Donors 16 years old need signed NYBC parental consent form.

 

Appointments are preferred however walk-ins will be welcomed if space permits. Please remember to eat, drink, and bring your donor ID card or ID with name and photo.

Visit the Donor Eligibility page for more info, including general FAQs on donating blood. Contact Special Donor Services at 1-800-688-0900 (Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm) if you have specific questions regarding your health or travel.

Event requires materials: 
No
Event Details
Location: 
Meeting Room 2
Meeting Room 3
Online Event/Program: 
No
Audience: 
Adults
This event is Library Sponsored.

 

East Brunswick Public Library is committed to making its facilities, services, and programs accessible to all people, including those with disabilities. Read more in our ADA Accommodations page.

EBPL invites participation by people with special needs to our programs. Please inform library staff if you require an accommodation or modification to enjoy this program.