Let's Work Together to Save Lives!
OUR MISSION
To partner with the community to help save and sustain lives by providing a safe supply of blood, biotherapies, and related services.
WHY PARTNER WITH US
We cannot save lives alone. Our partners are a key part of our mission. No matter the size of your business or organization, we are committed to creating a partnership that works for you. Together, we can build long-term relationships that strengthen our community, raise awareness about the importance of blood donation, and most importantly, save lives.
Partnering with Gulf Coast Blood has a real impact. Every donation helps keep our blood supply strong, and every pint can save up to three lives. By joining us, you are not just supporting families in our community; you are directly saving lives.
Our Reach
- More than 135,000 active donors connected through text campaigns, emails, telemarketing, social media, local media partners, and digital and printed materials
- 18 donor centers throughout the Gulf Coast area: 15 in Greater Houston, 2 in East Texas, and 1 in Brazos Valley
- 7,000 blood drives hosted each year with local businesses and organizations
- Social media presence: @commitforlife on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Tik Tok, and YouTube
Contact Us
If your business or organization is interested in joining the program or would like to learn more, we’d love to hear from you!
Contact:
Samantha Larsen, Community Development Coordinator
713-791-6209
slarsen@giveblood.org
LEVELS
LEVEL I - Helping Hand Partnership
Partnership Opportunity:
- Offer a giveaway or special discount to all blood donors at your location.
Ideas:
- Giveaway: Product, service, or voucher for donors.
- Discount: Percentage or dollar amount off a purchase for donors.
Benefits:
- Your business or organization featured on our Friends of The Blood Center webpage.
- Year-round promotion on our partnership webpage.
- Social media shoutouts recognizing your support.
- Promotion through Gulf Coast Blood’s communication channels during the campaign.
LEVEL II - Giving Back Partnership
Partnership Opportunity:
- Provide donated item(s) as part of a two-week promotion for blood donors.
Ideas:
- Giveaway: Product, service, or voucher that can be used for a raffle, contest, or giveaway.
Benefits:
- Two-week promotion highlighting your business or organization.
- Branding included in all promotion materials and at mobile drives and donor centers during the campaign.
- Featured on the Gulf Coast Blood homepage.
- Recognition at our annual A Celebration of Life ceremony.
LEVEL III - Community Effect Partnership
Partnership Opportunity:
- Provide donated item(s) as part of a one-month promotion for blood donors.
Ideas:
- Giveaway: Product, service, or voucher that can be used for a raffle, contest, or giveaway.
Benefits:
- One-month promotion highlighting your business or organization.
- Branding included in all promotion materials and at mobile drives and donor centers during the campaign.
- Featured on the Gulf Coast Blood homepage.
- Recognition at our annual A Celebration of Life ceremony.
LEVEL IV - Good Will Partnership
Partnership Opportunity:
- Co-branded campaign with Gulf Coast Blood throughout the year.
Ideas:
- Co-branded items such as calendars, socks, shirts, towels, and more
- Promotions designed to increase brand recognition and reach target audiences.
Benefits:
- All benefits from previous levels.
- Direct collaboration with our design team to showcase your brand.
- VIP invitation and recognition at our annual A Celebration of Life ceremony.
LEVEL V - Hero Partnership
Partnership Opportunity:
- Event sponsorship with Gulf Coast Blood.
Ideas:
- Sponsor an event to support operations and reach your marketing objectives.
- Customized sponsorship packages to fit your company’s goals.
Benefits:
- All benefits from previous levels.
- Company branding on all event marketing materials and communications.
- Company branding on event day, including welcome areas, check-in, photo booths, tables, and programming.