Celebrate MLK Day with the gift of life

Hoxworth Blood Center, University of Cincinnati, is proud to announce the 17th annual MLK Blood Drive, celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy of service. This year’s event is hosted in collaboration with the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Incorporated and the MLK Coalition. Media live shots are available.

The blood drive will take place on Monday, Jan. 20, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the 4th floor of the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, located at 50 E. Freedom Way. Donors who give blood or platelets at the event will receive a limited edition MLK t-shirt, Hoxworth joggers and a $10 eGift card for whole blood or $20 eGift card for double red or platelet donations as a thank you for their lifesaving contributions. The Freedom Center will also be offering FREE ADMISSION on Monday, Jan. 20 in honor of MLK Day.

Can’t make the MLK blood drive? You can still honor Dr. King’s legacy by donating blood or platelets at any of Hoxworth’s seven Neighborhood Donor Centers from Jan. 20-26. Use group code NUR to give on behalf of MLK Day and receive exclusive Hoxworth joggers, plus a $10 eGift card as a thank you for saving lives.

"Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. taught us the power of service and community,” says David Oh, MD, co-director and chief medical officer of Hoxworth Blood Center. “By donating blood during this special week, we honor his legacy and extend compassion to those in need. We encourage everyone in Greater Cincinnati to join us in making an impact and saving lives."

This January, Hoxworth also observes National Blood Donor Month, honoring the dedication of all blood donors who make a difference in the lives of local patients. Join us in commemorating Dr. King’s legacy and saving lives by donating blood during this special month.

Appointments are strongly encouraged, though walk-ins are welcome. To schedule your donation, please visit https://hoxworth.org/mlk.html, download the Hoxworth app, or call (513) 451-0910.