The Blood Connection Is A Nonprofit Community Blood Center Based In Piedmontsouth Carolinaestablished In 1962With An Annual Budget Of $70 Million And A Dedicated Team Of Around 700 Staff Membersthe Organization Serves Hospitals And Patients Across South Carolinanorth Carolinaand Georgiait Operates 13 Collection Centers And Conducts 50 Mobile Blood Drivesfocusing On Local Impact By Ensuring That Donations Directly Support Partner Hospitals In The Communities It Serves The Blood Connection Manages Blood Collection Through Daily Drives And Fixed Donation Centersemphasizing The Importance Of Whole Blood Donationswhich Can Save Up To Three Lives Per Donationmost Donations Are Tested And Processed At Its Piedmont Facilityallowing For Quick Distribution To Local Hospitalsthe Organization Encourages Public Participation In Blood Donation Through Streamlined Processesincluding A Donor Portal For Appointment Managementunder The Leadership Of President And Ceo Delisa English Since 2013The Blood Connection Maintains A Strong Commitment To Community Driven Support And Has Received Recognition For Its Financial Health And Transparency
