Fort Bend County Blood Drive to Save Lives and Celebrate Community with Ice Cream, T-Shirts, and a Lifesaving Mission
A cool scoop of Blue Bell Ice Cream and a commemorative t-shirt might seem like small rewards—but for those stepping up to donate blood on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, the real prize is something far greater: the chance to save lives.
From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Fort Bend County Health & Human Services will open its doors for a Community Blood Drive in collaboration with the Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center, inviting residents to give the gift of life in the Front Conference Room A of the Health & Human Services building. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are encouraged for this life-changing event.
To sweeten the deal, all successful donors will receive a 50th anniversary t-shirt and a voucher for a free pint of Blue Bell Ice Cream. But the real purpose runs deeper.
A Critical Community Need
According to the Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center, which supplies blood to more than 170 hospitals across the Texas Gulf Coast, the need for donors is constant and urgent. Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs a blood transfusion. Yet only about 3% of eligible Americans donate each year, leaving hospitals dangerously understocked during emergencies, surgeries, cancer treatments, and childbirth complications.
And the impact? One blood donation—just a pint—can save up to three lives.
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“Blood donations are urgently needed to help ensure hospitals have a safe and sufficient supply,” the County stated in a release announcing the event. “By giving just a small amount of your time, you can make a life-changing impact.”
That impact hits close to home. Whether helping a child undergoing chemotherapy, a car crash victim, or a mother experiencing birth complications, the donation made here in Fort Bend County can directly support neighbors in our region.
Behind the Scenes: What Happens When You Donate?
The donation process takes about 45 minutes to an hour and includes a brief health screening, the donation itself (typically about 10 minutes), and a recovery period. Donors are advised to eat, drink water, and bring a valid ID. Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center also encourages donors to complete their Health History Interview online via CFL Express Pass the same day of their appointment to save time.
You’ll also receive a text message letting you know when your blood is on its way to save someone—an emotional moment that many donors say gives them a sense of pride and connection to the community they serve.
Younger Donors Needed
While donation rates are growing among adults over 65, the Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center emphasizes the importance of recruiting younger and more diverse donors to sustain the blood supply long-term. “The future of transfusion medicine depends on engaging new generations,” GCRBC notes in its community outreach. Rare blood types, often linked to ethnic heritage, are especially needed to help patients with complex conditions like sickle cell disease or certain cancers.
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Event Details
- What: Fort Bend County Community Blood Drive
- When: Wednesday, August 13 | 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
- Where: Fort Bend County Health & Human Services – Front Conference Room A, 4520 Reading Rd A-200, Rosenberg, TX 77471 (MAP)
- Perks: Free 50th Anniversary T-shirt + Voucher for a pint of Blue Bell Ice Cream
- Sponsor Code: FHHS
- Make Appointment: CLICK HERE
Walk-ins welcome, appointments encouraged – visit giveblood.org to register.
In Fort Bend County, this isn’t just a medical effort—it’s a community rallying point. It’s a reminder that in the midst of everyday life, there are simple, powerful ways to care for each other. Whether you’re a seasoned donor or considering it for the first time, this is a moment to roll up your sleeve and do something extraordinary. The ice cream’s just a bonus.
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Tiffany Krenek has been on the My Neighborhood News team since August 2021. She is passionate about curating and sharing content that enriches the lives of our readers in a personal, meaningful way. A loving mother and wife, Tiffany and her family live in the West Houston/Cypress region.
