12-05-2025
Give back by giving blood. South Bend invited to police, fire blood drives
South Bend first responders invite the community to give back through blood drives hosted at their stations this month.
In collaboration with the South Bend Medical Foundation, blood drives at the St. Joseph County Jail, the South Bend Fire Department and South Bend Police Department take place on May 13, May 16 and May 20, respectively.
The process to donate one pint of blood takes 45 minutes, including rest and recovery time with drinks and snacks, phlebotomists during the 17th Annual Fallen Office Blood Drive in June of 2024 said.
More: Police officers give back South Bend Police Department honors fallen officers in 2024 blood drive
Where: St. Joseph County Jail, 401 W. Sample Street
When: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, May 13
Make a reservation: Schedule an appointment. Walk-ins are also welcome.
Where: Central Fire Station, 1222 S. Michigan St.
When: 9 a.m. to noon Friday, May 16
Make a reservation: Schedule an appointment.
Where: South Bend Police Department, 701 W. Sample St.
When: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday, May 20
Make a reservation: Schedule an appointment.
Email Tribune staff writer Camille Sarabia at csarabia@
This article originally appeared on South Bend Tribune: South Bend first responders host May blood drives; How to sign up
