The Mission

The FABC believes that no one should die for lack of access to a safe and adequate blood supply. Our mission is to fund initiatives that improve the availability, quality and safety of blood and related products to save, extend, or enhance the lives of patients.

Our Stakeholders

The FABC's first responsibility is to the patients, their loved ones, and the health care providers who depend on access to a safe and adequate blood supply, as well as to the blood donors who give their time and support. Other stakeholders include those who support and believe in the FABC's mission, including:

• America's Blood Centers and its members

• Affinity organizations and patient advocacy groups

• Our financial contributors

Our Values

The FABC's values include:

• Compassion for those dealing with medical challenges

• Respect for those who donate blood, platelets, plasma, bone marrow, and other related products

• Integrity in all we do

• Accountability to our supporters, stakeholders, and to one another

• Operational Excellence - constantly seeking to improve the donor experience and recipient outcomes

• Leadership beyond the geographic borders in which our ABC members conduct business

Our Board of Directors

Lisa Entrikin, Chair
Rock River Valley Regional Blood Center

Theresa Pina
Interim ADRP President
Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center

Rob Van Tuyle, Secretary/Treasurer
Vitalant

John B. Miller
LIFELINE Blood Services

Tammy Whiteley
Our Blood Institute

Donations are alway accepted and appreciated!