FDA Releases New Draft Guidance on Individual Risk Assessment for Blood Donors

FDA is now recommending the implementation of a new donor screening process that uses gender-inclusive, individual risk-based questions relevant to HIV risk.   FDA retained many of the existing HIV deferral recommendations and added a number of significant changes to donor eligibility policy.   A Closer Look at the Recommended Updates   Notably, the draft guidance recommends the removal of …

BBA Partners with The Iditarod

Blood Bank of Alaska  is a proud sponsor of The Iditarod for 2023! Many mushers have supported the BBA mission beginning with Joe Redington, Sr. and we are honored to be a member of the Iditarod Nation! “Blood Bank of Alaska is excited to sponsor and be associated with such a venerable event as the Alaska Iditarod! The Iditarod represents …

Gold Daughters Pan for cAUse for BBA

The Gold Daughters selected Blood Bank of Alaska as their “panning for a cAUse” program in 2022.  A percentage of their sales were donated to support the BBA mission.  Their donation of $800 will help support collections in the communities across Alaska. We are so grateful for their support!

Humpy’s Great Alaskan Alehouse Supports BBA in September

Humpy’s Great Alaskan Alehouse has been a supporter of the community and Blood Bank of Alaska for many years.  This year they raised funds for Blood Bank of Alaska in September to maximize their support for blood donation and patients in need.  Their efforts raised $3,000 for Blood Bank of Alaska and Mike Middleton presented our team with a check …

Pirate Pub Crawl Supports Blood Bank of Alaska

We were so honored to have a visit from our favorite Anchorage Pirate Pub Crawl pirates and the Downtown Bear Paw Bar & Grill crew.  This year they raised $16, 083 for Blood Bank of Alaska.  Thank you for the amazing support from the community and participating businesses. Looking forward to next year – Argghh!  

Blood Bank of Alaska Community Toast Gala – September 10, 2022 6 P.M.

THE ONLINE SILENT AUCTION IS OPEN! https://bbagala2022.ggo.bid/bidding The event is set to take place on September 10, 2022 at the Anchorage Museum. Enjoy a wonderful evening of wine, food and fun that includes a silent auction and live auction.  Tickets are on sale for $60 each and can be purchased by calling 907-222-5603 or emailing acondra@bbak.org. To bid on LIVE …

Fourth of July Message from CEO

Hello Blood Bank of Alaska Donor(s) and Supporter(s)- It is wonderful to write you once again. As you know, we have a very significant holiday coming up soon. Personally, it is my favorite holiday. Independence Day! Also known as the 4th of July, or just July 4th. I can’t help but write to share some of my thoughts on this …

Donors Needed This Summer

June 2, 2022 Greetings my Fellow Alaskan: I hope my letter finds you well, looking forward to our glorious Alaskan Summer, and the wonderful times that await in the sunshine. Countless trails to be hiked. Fish are biting. Time with friends and family in the great outdoors. Maybe a road trip or flight to your special place in Alaska. It …

Donate at Kodiak Crab Festival – Summer T-Shirt

Join BBA at the Crab Fest and receive a free t-shirt. Kodiak Community Blood Drive May 26 – May 30, 2022 08:00 am – 04:30 pm 211 West Rezanof Drive Kodiak, AK 99615 Call 907-222-5630 to book an appointment

Thank You Alaska Eagles Charity Foundation

Thank you Tim Benintendi and the Alaska Eagles Charity Foundation for your support of Blood Bank of Alaska.  This organization donated $1,000 to support our mission at Blood Bank of Alaska.  As a non-profit organization our mission relies on donations from community organizations and foundations to thrive.