Donate Blood, Receive Movie Rewards: Drives In Orange County

ORANGE COUNTY, CA — While the summer season sends plenty of people packing for long vacations and leisurely activities, the American Red Cross's need for blood remains urgent.

This July, the Red Cross is attempting to combat the usual drop in blood donations by offering plenty of incentives to Orange County residents who donate.

"In addition to summer fun and holidays, severe summer weather can have a sudden impact on the ability to collect blood and platelets," Spokesperson Christine Welch said in a statement. "Eligible individuals are encouraged to make donating blood a priority, especially those with type O blood and those giving platelets."

To incentivize potential donors, the American Red Cross is saying thanks with a Fandango Movie Reward by email.

Here's the run-down on blood drives in and around Orange County:

• 7/13/2025: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Rancho Mission Viejo, 35 Ascenso Avenue, Rancho Mission Viejo.
• 7/14/2025: 7 a.m. - 7 p.m., Oak Knoll Village Clubhouse, 28192 O'Neill Dr., Ladera Ranch.
• 7/15/2025: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Antis Roofing, 2649 Campus Dr., Irvine.
• 7/15/2025: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., Huntington Beach Masonic Center, 601 Palm Avenue., Huntington Beach.
• 7/18/2025: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Antis Roofing, 2649 Campus Dr., Irvine.
• 7/18/2025: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Harbor Lawn-Mt. Olive Memorial Park, 1625 Gisler Ave., Costa Mesa.
• 7/22/2025: 8 a.m. – 7 p.m., Coto de Caza Golf & Racquet Club, 25291 Vista Del Verde, Coto de Caza.
• 7/22/2025: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 1600 Corporate Dr., Ladera Ranch.
• 7/23/2025: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Antis Roofing, 2649 Campus Dr., Irvine.
• 7/28/2025: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., Buena Park Downtown, 8308 On the Mall., Buena Park.
• 7/30/2025: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., Ivy Park of Wellington, 24962 Calle Aragon, Laguna Hills.

To make an appointment to donate blood, visit the American Red Cross's website.