Donate Blood, Get A $10 Gift Card: Drives Near Seal Beach

SEAL BEACH, CA — March marks Red Cross Month for cities and municipalities across the region, including in Seal Beach.

To get into the giving spirit, Seal Beach residents who donate blood during the month of March will automatically receive a $10 Visa gift card, the American Red Cross said in a statement.

In addition, residents who donate blood during February will be entered to win a $3,000 Visa gift card.

“When help can’t wait during emergencies, people in Orange County rally together to provide relief and hope for neighbors in need,” Becky Firey, Executive Director for the American Red Cross Orange County Chapter, said in a statement. “This humanitarian spirit is at the heart of our community, and we are proud to honor all those who make our mission possible during this year’s Red Cross Month celebration.”

Donors of all blood types — especially type O blood donors — and platelet donors are being requested by the American Red Cross.

In Seal Beach, residents can schedule to make an appointment to donate blood here.

• March 7, 2023 — 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Old Ranch Country Club, 3901 Lampson Ave.
• March 9, 2023 — 1 p.m. to 7 p.m., St. Anne's Catholic Church, 340 10th St.
• March 10, 2023 — 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., The Shops at Rossmoor, 12501 Seal Beach Blvd.