By Shannon Lukens.

 

Vitalant is hosting blood drives in Northwest Colorado. More information is at Vitalant.org   Look for the Give Blood tab and then find more information by typing in your Zip Code under the By Distance tab.

From Vitalant: STEAMBOAT SPRINGS – (January 2025) — This January, nonprofit Vitalant is calling on all generous blood donors to be a lifesaver during National Blood Donor Month. Vitalant is grateful for all blood donors who are especially vital at the start of a new year, following the holiday weeks when office and school blood drives are scarce and busy schedules cause a dip in donations.

Donors of all blood types, especially type O and platelet donors are needed every day to help people recover from traumatic injuries, undergoing surgeries, living with blood disorders and many other medical conditions. Type O can help the most patients because of its broad compatibility. Platelets help stop bleeding and are frequently needed to help cancer patients. Platelets have a short storage life and must be used within a week of donation.

As a special thanks between Jan. 5-Feb. 8, Vitalant is giving donors 26 chances to win $500* to start off 2026. *Terms and conditions apply. Visit vitalant.org/26giveaway.

 

Jan 14-15

Blood drives are Wednesday and Thursday, Jan. 14-15, at 1155 Central Park Drive, which is the Steamboat Church of Latter-Day Saints, across the street from the hospital.

 

Jan. 14

A blood drive is at Baggs High School on Wednesday, Jan. 14.

 

Feb. 3-4

A blood drive is in the Pavilion at the Moffat County Fairgrounds on Tuesday and Wednesday, Feb. 3-4.

 

Feb. 19

Thursday, Feb. 19, is a blood drive at West Grand High School, and the Fairground Extension Hall in Kremmling.

 

March 18

Walden has a blood drive at 100 Main Street on March 18.

 

March 19

Colorado Mountain College is hosting a blood drive in the auditorium on Thursday, March 19.