The Definitive Look at Blood Donation in America

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Key Statistics

What percent of eligible U.S. population donates blood each year?
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What percentage of all whole blood donations in the U.S. are from first time donors?
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What percentage of whole blood donations in the U.S. come from minority donors?
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What percentage of donors in the U.S. are female?
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Source: America's Blood Centers | U.S. Blood Donation Statistics and Public Messaging Guide (January 2026)

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