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Give hope this holiday season by donating blood

November 18, 2025

There’s an urgent need for blood, and the ASU community is stepping up to make a difference. The Graduate College is partnering once again with Vitalant for our second blood drive of the Fall 2025 semester—an opportunity to give back and help save lives.

Join us on Monday, December 1, 2025, from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Orange Mall near the Creativity Commons. Every donation matters—just one pint of blood can help up to three patients in need.

As a thank-you, all December donors will receive a voucher for a free pint of Fresh Frozen Custard from Culver’s and be entered for a chance to win a $20,000 gift card!*

Schedule your appointment today using sponsor code P2K98.

Together, we can make a lasting impact and bring hope to those who need it most.

*Terms and conditions apply: vitalant.org/HolidayGiveaway

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