This is So Much Bigger Than Me
Meet team member and blood donor Stacey Zeerip.
Blood Drives
A simple act for a serious need
Thanks to incredible advances in medicine, lives are being saved every day — but there’s still no substitute for blood. The gift of blood donation brings hope and healing, and every contribution helps create a healthier tomorrow.
Blood donation facts
- Someone in the U.S. needs blood about every two seconds
- A single blood donation can save up to three lives
- Only 3% of eligible people in the U.S. give blood each year
- O-negative blood is the universal blood type and can be given to anyone
- Your body rapidly replaces the blood you give
Ready to roll up your sleeves?
Versiti, our primary partner for blood donation, hosts blood drives at several Corewell Health locations and at Versiti’s donation centers. Appointments are encouraged, but walk-in donors are welcome.
The donation process usually takes one hour, including registration, a brief medical screening, and blood collection. Donors must show a photo ID, such as a driver’s license. Review donor eligibility and FAQs.
Every unit of donated blood undergoes rigorous safety testing and is ready to help patients in as little as 24 hours.
Meet the blood donors of Corewell Health
Every drop counts — and so does every story. Our team members donate blood because they believe in saving lives and strengthening our community. Behind each donation is a personal reason, a commitment to care, and a desire to make a difference. Want to know why giving matters to those who work here? Read their stories below.
