Community Blood Center
Save Lives in Your Community
Community Blood Center, an affiliate of the NCH Healthcare System, provides life-saving blood products to local hospitals. When you donate on our blue and white bloodmobiles or at our Naples office, your gift stays in our community.
Only 3 in 100 people donate blood — your donation helps ensure friends, family, and neighbors have the blood products they need when it matters most.
Manage your donations, track your impact, and stay connected with our community all in one place.
- Get your cholesterol result & blood type
- See when you are eligible to donate
- Find locations to donate
- Sign-up for a blood drive
- Receive notices when your blood has been sent to the hospital for a patient!
- Participate in surveys & so much more!
Free account • Secure & Private
Quick Links
Information about blood types and uses
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What to expect when donating blood
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Common questions about donating blood
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Common questions about donating blood
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Common questions about donating blood
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Find donation sites and upcoming blood drives
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Current Blood Supply Status
Universal donor types urgently needed. O- helps everyone, O+ helps most patients. Your donation is vital.
Essential for A and AB recipients. Both A+ and A- blood types needed to maintain adequate reserves.
Critical for cancer patients and surgical procedures. B & AB donors especially needed for platelet donations.
News & Announcements
Call 239-624-6505 to receive the latest updates or follow us on Facebook or X.
Holiday Closure Notice
The Donor Center will be closed on Friday, July 4 in observance of the Independence Day holiday.
Monthly Prize Drawing!
Give blood or platelets this month & you’ll automatically qualify to win a prize drawing for a Free Pair of Pure FL cruise tickets!
Now Eligible: European Residents
All donors who lived anywhere in Europe and/or resided on military bases in Europe ARE NOW ELIGIBLE to donate blood per the FDA!
Safety Notice
Only donors will be permitted on the bloodmobile.
Donation Information
Why Your Donation Matters
Your blood or platelet donation WILL ensure adequate levels of blood products are available and ready for friends or family who suddenly need them.
All donations collected locally stay within our community to help our hospitals and patients.
Platelet Donation
Platelet donations are by appointment only and are done at the Naples branch location.
- Must be aspirin-free within the last 48 hours
- Some restrictions apply for women who have been pregnant
- Takes about two hours to donate
- Must eat, be well hydrated, and have photo ID
To schedule: 239-624-4120 (option 3)
Whole Blood Donation
Whole blood can be donated on the bloodmobile or at the Naples Branch location during posted business hours.
No appointment is necessary to give whole blood at the Naples branch location.
Featured Videos
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Where to Donate
Naples Branch Office
1100 Immokalee Road,
Naples FL 34110
Located on the first floor of the NCH Business Center, one block west of the NCH North Naples Hospital on the south side of Immokalee Road and Arthrex Boulevard.
Hours of Operation:
Upcoming Blood Mobile Events
Blood drives dates, times and locations are subject to change.
Please contact the Community Blood Center at 239-624-4120 and choose option 4 for the latest updates or sudden changes.
For more details, contact information and a map, click on the event box or the “Learn More” button.
NCH Community Blood Center is urging healthy eligible people to donate blood and platelets now to offset potential shortfalls in blood supplies which often occur this time of year. The process of donating blood and platelets is safe and easy, and people should not hesitate in giving. Your donation will make a profound difference to someone whose life depends upon it.
October 9
Island Walk
Gated Community - Members and Residents Only
October 9
Village Walk Naples
Gated Community: Members and Residents Only
October 10
Pelican Bay Rotary
Meets at the Hilton, Naples Hotel
October 10
Pelican Bay Foundation at Pelican Bay Community Center
October 11
Collier County Public Schools (CCPS) Administrative Center
October 12
Vanderbilt Presbyterian Church
October 13
Bonita Sunshine Plaza
October 13
Royal Scoop Homemade Ice Cream, Bonita Springs
October 15
Royal Scoop Homemade Ice Cream, Berkshire Plaza
Still Have Questions? We're Here to Help!
Whether you’re curious about eligibility, want help finding a blood drive, or just need more information — our team is ready to answer your questions and guide you through the donation process.