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July 23, 2010
Donate for Cookies

Donate blood this weekend and get a special box of Girl Scout Cookies courtesy of Girl Scouts of Alaska!

In Anchorage, donate at our Laurel Street or Dimond Mall location on Sunday, July 25

In Fairbanks, donate on Friday, July 23 or Monday, July 26

and take home a box of Girl Scout Cookies for saving LIVES in Alaska! Thank you to Girl Scouts of Alaska for generously donating 324 boxes of Girl Scout Cookies to our donors!


July 20, 2010
Why give the Gift of Life?

Medical technology has provided many life-saving discoveries over the years, but there is still no substitute for blood. In a medical emergency, often the most important element is the availability of blood. Blood donations can help a variety of individuals: trauma victims, surgery patients, premature babies, individuals with anemia, cancer patients and many more. Schedule your LIFEsaving appointment today! Visit your local blood center or mobile blood drive in your neighborhood.


July 16, 2010
Critical Need: Type A and O

Over the past week, multiple traumas in the Anchorage area have diminished Alaska’s supply of blood types O and A.

Blood donors are urged to visit a Blood Bank of Alaska center or mobile drive to bring inventory to safe levels again. Please call now to schedule your appointment, 222-5630.

July 13, 2010
Casting Call: Donors and Recipients needed

Did you know that only 4% of eligible Alaskans give blood?
Blood Bank of Alaska is seeking active blood donors and blood recipients to remind Alaskans why giving blood is so important.

This August, Blood Bank of Alaska will select donors and recipients to sit down with a film crew and share their experience with blood donation.

These stories will be used in community education, television commercials and training sessions.

If you are interested in sharing your story with Blood Bank of Alaska,
click here.

Blood Bank of Alaska will contact selected donors and recipients, to schedule camera-time in August. We look forward to working on this incredible project with the people who make saving lives possible. Thank you all so much for being donors!


July 12, 2010
Coming soon: August 6 Donor Appreciation Picnic!

Blood Bank of Alaska invites blood donors and their families to join us at the Alaska Zoo for Indian Valley Meats reindeer sausages, music from The Carhartt Bros., Face Frenzy face painting, door prizes, a blood drive and a visit with Gandalf the Great Gray Owl. $3 admission tickets to the Zoo available at the door. Friday, August 6 from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.


July 5, 2010
HERO Photo Snapshot Challege

Are you a HERO donor? Earn an extra 25 HERO points for submitting a photo of yourself with your HERO merchandise! Be creative with your ideas and have fun! Photos will be put on display at your local community blood center as well posted on the Blood Bank of Alaska website! Find out more…



June 30, 2010
Open for Collections on Thursday, July 1st

Blood Bank of Alaska's main center will be OPEN for collections on Thursday, July 1 from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. making it convenient for eligible donors to give blood prior to 4th of July weekend. Call 222-5630 to schedule your LIFEsaving appointment, walk-ins welcome as time permits.

Blood Bank of Alaska will be CLOSED on Sunday, July 4.



June 28, 2010
4th of July Holiday

The 4th of July holiday weekend is coming fast! Please make time to donate blood at a center or mobile blood drive and keep Alaska's blood supply healthy. Critical need for blood types A-positive, O-Positive, and O-Negative. Please drive safe this weekend. Thank you for your support!


June 23, 2010
Safeway Foundation contributes $20,000

Blood Bank of Alaska receives a generous contribution in the amount of $20,093.04 from the Safeway Foundation Employee Giving Fund.


June 6, 2010
BBA receives $4.6 million in 2011 State of Alaska Capital Budget

The Board of Directors and staff of Blood Bank of Alaska are pleased to announce that the blood center will receive $4.6 million from the 2011 State of Alaska Capital Budget.

Many thanks are due to everyone who took the time to contact the Governor and their legislators advocating for this important funding.


June 2, 2010
Charity of choice

Blood Bank of Alaska thanks Anchorage East Rotary Club for selecting them as one of four of their "Charities of Choice" out of a list of 120 statewide charities.


May 24, 2010
Alaska High School Challenge Winners

Thank you to all the Alaska high school that participated in the 2009/2010 High School Challenge! This year high schools across the state partnered with Blood Bank of Alaska for more than 50 mobile and in-center drives. Congratulations to all the schools for their service to the community and for the lives they saved!

The 2010/2011 Challenge launches July 1. Have a safe and terrific summer. And don’t forget to give blood and save lives!

Class I (school population 0-499)
Alaska Military Youth Academy: 164 registered donors
King Career Center: 97 registered donors
Ben Eielson: 96 registered donors

Class II (school population 500-999)
North Pole High School: 191 registered donors
Eagle River High School: 82 registered donors
Soldotna High School: 76 registered donors

Class III (school population 1000 plus)
East Anchorage High School: 189 registered donors
South Anchorage High School: 172 registered donors
West Anchorage High School: 153 registered donors

Which makes North Pole High School our Alaska High School Challenge Statewide Champion by a 2 points! Congratulations Patriots!


May 23, 2010
Ride-for-Life Campaign Kick-off

Attention all Bikers! Make time to give blood between May 23 and June 12 or make a contribution in support of the Ride-for-Life campaign this summer and receive an exclusive Ride-for-Life patch!
click here for more details...


May 20, 2010
BBQ Celebration at Main Center

We've just gotten word that The Midnight Sons are unable to join us for Singing for Life. However, we're still firing up the grill to celebrate the start of summer!

Come enjoy good food and good company, all while saving lives in Alaska! Sunday. May 23 from 11:30 am to 1 pm at the Main Center, 4000 Laurel St. Call today for your appointment. 222-5630. (Appointments are given priority over walk-ins).


May 12, 2010
Lake Otis Pkwy. & Tudor Rd. Intersection Reconstruction

Emergency opening! Our Anchorage Main Center will be open tomorrow, Thursday, May 13, from 8am to 6pm in response to an increased need for Type O blood donors. Please come donate and help increase the blood supply of Alaska hospitals.

May 11, 2010
Lake Otis Pkwy. & Tudor Rd. Intersection Reconstruction

According to the Municipality of Anchorage:
The intersection of Lake Otis Pkwy. and Tudor Rd. will be closed from Friday, May 14th at 8:00 PM through Monday, May 17th at 6:00 AM and again from Friday, May 21st at 8:00 PM through Monday, May 24th at 6:00 AM. Business access will be permitted during these closures. Please follow construction signs for detour routes.

Drivers should expect new traffic patterns and multiple lane closures through July. Drivers should also expect flagging operations near and at the intersection of Lake Otis Pkwy. and Tudor Rd. for major road reconstruction. Nighttime construction activity is actively taking place. Please drive with caution and obey all traffic control devices and reduced speed limits.

Expected Completion: October, 2010


May 10, 2010
Fairbanks Center Grand Opening Event

Save the Date! A Grand Opening event with ribbon-cutting is planned for Friday, May 21st, from 12pm - 4pm. Join us for free food, a chance to win great door prizes from local sponsors, and take a tour of the new facility!

The Fairbanks Community Blood Center is now open at our new location. The new address is at 3010 Airport Way. Hours of operation are the same. Call 456-5645 to schedule your LIFEsaving appointment.



April 29, 2010
Road construction advisory near Lake Otis & Tudor

Blood Bank of Alaska has been advised to expect construction this summer on roads near our Anchorage Main Center (Laurel Street) location. Projects will occur at the Tudor Road and Lake Otis Parkway intersection as well as on Laurel Street. In the summertime, blood donations are more important than ever, because blood use surges during this time.

Throughout the summer, donors can check our website for updates, pictures, and alternate routes to our center. Donors are also encouraged to consider giving blood at an alternate site, such as a mobile drive or our South Anchorage, Dimond Center location.

Thank you to all the wonderful donors who help keep Alaska's blood supply safe in the summer!


April 23, 2010
Visitor's Charity Walk

Join Blood Bank of Alaska for the 2010 Visitor Industry Charity Walk on Ffiday, May 7. It’s a fun and easy way to help raise money for your favorite charities!

Simply visit http://www.alaskacharitywalk.org/Registration.html and register online. Select Team Blood Bank of Alaska to make sure you’re counted as part of our team. Or call Gene at 222-5603 to make sure you’re on our team list. Then join BBA on the day of the walk to pick up your team shirt and Graze to Raise with BBA’s life-saving donors, employees and community supporters!

April 12, 2010
Fairbanks Center New Location Now Open

The Fairbanks Community Blood Center is now open at our NEW location! The new address is at 3010 Airport Way. Hours of operation are the same. Call 456-5645 to schedule your LIFEsaving appointment. Save the Date: A Grand Opening event with ribbon-cutting is planned for Friday, May 21st!


April 11, 2010
Blood bank hopes to draw state funds for new building
by Christine Kim, KTUU


After 30 years of expansion in its current location, a 2007 assessment confirmed the group's need for a larger, centralized facility. The blood bank has created preliminary designs, but is now waiting for a $13.4 million grant from the state to continue the next step of planning for the project. click here for full story...


April 5, 2010
Fairbanks Center move

Blood Bank of Alaska Fairbanks Center will be closed April 5 as we move into our new facility with plans to re-open on April 12.
More information to come.



March 29, 2010
Fundraiser and Lunch

Show your support by taking part in the Second Annual Blood Bank of Alaska Trap/Skeet Shooting Tournament! Located at the Birchwood Shooting Park on Saturday, May 8 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.

• Sponsor Registration Form (.PDF)

• Shooter Registration Form (.PDF)


For more information, contact Kevin Curtis at 222-5675.


March 15, 2010
High School Challenge Update

Here are the Top 3 current standings for 2009/10 school year with Alaska Military Youth Academy, North Pole High School, and East High School leading thier divisions!

CLASS I:

Alaska Military Youth Academy: 164 registered donors
Ben Eielson: 70 registered donors
King Career Center: 47 registered donors

CLASS II:
North Pole High School: 159 registered donors
Soldotna High School: 76 registered donors
Eagle River High School: 47 registered donors

CLASS III:

East High School: 154 registered donors
Service High School: 130 registered donors
South High School: 109 registered donors

March 1, 2010
Needs 100 Donors a Day

Blood Bank of Alaska needs blood. To meet current hospital requests, we must register 100 donors a day. Call 222-5630 to schedule your LIFEsaving appointment today!



February 8, 2009
High School Challenge Update

Here are the current standings for 2009/10 school year!

CLASS I:

Alaska Military Youth Academy: 163 registered donors
Ben Eielson: 70 registered donors
King Career Center: 47 registered donors

CLASS II:
North Pole High School: 126 registered donors
Soldotna High School: 76 registered donors
Eagle River High School: 47 registered donors

CLASS III:

South Anchorage High School: 106 registered donors
East Anchorage High School: 104 registered donors
West Anchorage High School: 89 registered donors


January 25, 2010
Thank you for your support

Blood Bank of Alaska thanks everyone that responded to the Code Red Critical alert over the past two weeks. Inventory is nearly back to an adequate level, however, we are still urging eligible donors to call and schedule an appointment. If you are type O-Negative, A-Negative, or B-Negative please visit your nearest blood center or blood drive as soon as possible. Thank you.


January 12, 2010
Urging all donors to respond

Code Red Alert: Increased usage and low collections this past week have depleted inventory levels. Alaska's blood supply is at Code Red Critical for the following blood types: O-Positive, O-Negative, and A-Negative (meaning less than a one day supply)! If you are one of these particular blood types, your support is greatly needed at this time. To meet current hospital requests, Blood Bank of Alaska must register 100 donors a day. Please call 222-5630 to schedule your appointment to visit one of our conveniently located blood centers or upcoming blood drives. Thank you.


January 4, 2010
Other ways of Giving



Blood Bank of Alaska is pleased to say we are part of the PFD charitable Contributions Program for 2010 in which you can gift part of your dividend to the Blood Bank of Alaska when you sign up on-line for your dividend through the option called "The Gift of Giving." Search for us by Blood Bank of Alaska and choosing Statewide Region.
click here for more information...


January 1, 2010
National Blood Donor Month - New Year's Resolution:

The need for blood in Alaska’s hospitals is real - for patients with cancer, organ transplant recipients and for accident victims. A single pint of blood could help save up to three lives.

Blood Bank of Alaska is reminding Alaskans to make a resolution to start a new habit this year - Give the Gift of Life by becoming a regular blood donor. And there is no better time to start than during January’s
National Volunteer Blood Donor Month.

The demand for blood fluctuates, from day to day, week to week. One car accident can have a great impact on the blood supply. We must keep a certain amount of all blood types available at all times.

Please make a commitment to save lives in your community by visiting a blood center or blood drive near you. Thank you for your support.



Frequently Asked Questions


Blood Bank of Alaska:

1. Serves Alaskan Patients and Hospitals First
Blood Bank of Alaska is the only entity in the state that provides Alaska hospitals with blood products, serving 25 hospitals. We will continue to serve the patients of Alaska and make sure that Alaskans have a sufficient blood supply.

2. Needs 100 Donors a Day
Blood Bank of Alaska needs blood. To meet current hospital requests, we must register 100 donors a day.

3. Prepares for Varying Demand
The demand for blood fluctuates, from day to day, week to week. One car accident can have a great impact on the blood supply. We must keep a certain amount of all blood types available at all times.

4. Collects Different Blood Types
Eight main types of blood exist, each one unique. Blood Bank of Alaska must have rare and common blood types for all transfusable products, including red blood cells, platelets and plasma.



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Are you a HERO blood donor?
Give 4 times this year & become a HERO donor

Can you make a commitment to give blood at least 4 times this year? Four times in 2009 is all it takes to become a member of the 2010 HERO Program! It's easy to do and you'll become a member of an exclusive club in which you'll be eligible for bi-weekly drawings, prizes, and receive HERO points to redeem for exclusive HERO merchandise!

Now is a great time to start if you haven't already and all you will need is a minimum of 4 donations to be eligible for the 2010 HERO program. Here's how:
• Donate Whole Blood 4 times (56 days in between donations)
• Become an ALYX donor and give double reds 2 times (112 days in between donations)
• Become a TRIMA donor and give platelets 4 times (as often as 1 time per week up to 24 times per year)

Don't be left out - call today to make your next LIFEsaving appointment or stop by and visit any Blood Bank of Alaska center or mobile blood drive in your neighborhood!


Take the HERO Snapshot Challenge - Earn 25 Extra HERO Points!
The rules are simple and open to all HERO blood donors! Be creative with your ideas and have fun! Photos will be put on display at your local community blood center as well posted on the Blood Bank of Alaska website! Find out more…



 

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