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HHS's Student Council has hosted community blood drives for many years. The blood drives we host traditionally are one of the most successful due to our high participation and donation rates.
We hope you would consider joining us in a donation, if you are able, to continue this tradition of giving back to our greater West Michigan community. Each successful donation can save up to 3 lives!
We currently partner with Versiti - you can visit their website by clicking HERE
2025-2026 Donation Dates
Who can donate?
Those who are at least 17 are eligible without parent consent required
Those who are 16 are eligible need expressed written parent consent for each donation - Document HERE
Bring an ID to check in (school or driver's license)
Pass the health screening done at the time of donation
Meet the guidelines listed below
How should I prepare before my donation?
Eat Well!
Eat Well!
Be sure to eat a nutritious dinner the night before and breakfast the day of your donation! If you don't eat your blood sugar levels might be off and you will likely not feel your best.
Iron rich & salty foods are best!
Oatmeal / Scrambled Eggs + Toast / Fruit / Spinach / Broccoli / Enriched Pasta / Shrimp / Tuna / Peas / Sweet Potatoes / Green Beans / Strawberries
Drink Water!
Drink Water!
Almost half of the blood you donate is made of water! You should drink lots of water before and after your donation to feel your best!
You should prepare your body by drinking several 16oz servings of water in the days leading up to your donation, the day of, and even after.
Rest!
Rest!
Try to get a good night's sleep before your donation.
You can resume your normal activities after your donation, but should avoid heavy lifting, exercise, sports practices or competitions the day of your donation.
**If you are an in-season athlete, you should not donate during that time.**
Thank you for your generous spirit in making a donation!Â
Each donation can save up to 3 lives!
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