SunCoast Blood Centers is committed to cultivating the next generation of blood donors and high school student supporters through our Scholarship Program.
Fact: 3 donations or 30 hours of volunteering at SCBC your senior year makes you eligible to apply for our scholarship.
Student Eligibility Requirements:
A student must demonstrate support of the school blood drive program by doing one or more of the following:
Selection Process
Students must submit a completed application, which will be reviewed by a committee comprised of blood center employees, board of directors and community leaders.
Awards are based on:
Applications can be submitted online, mailed or delivered to SunCoast Blood Centers, Attn: Scholarship Program, 3025 Lakewood Ranch Blvd., Suite 111, Bradenton, FL 34211. Note: Scholarships will be paid directly to the college, university or technical school the student will attend.
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Did you know?
Local high school student donations account for 25% of our communities’ blood supply.
It’s true! As a high school student, your contribution will help save lives right here in our community. Blood donations are a great way for young adults to give back to the community. Simply review the materials below to begin!
SunCoast Blood Centers (SCBB), is pleased to offer the educational program “My Blood, Your Blood” (MBYB) to fifth grade students in Sarasota, Charlotte, Manatee and DeSoto counties. Presenters of the program are individuals who are specially trained to present the information.
About the Presentation
The “My Blood, Your Blood” program was developed by a national team of scientists, physicians and educators for presentation to fifth-grade students. It consists of a 27-minute video, handout materials and a short Q&A. The entire program can be presented as part of an after-school program, in one class period, or can be supplemented with additional material by the teachers for a more comprehensive program.
For questions and bookings, contact:
Joan M. Leonard
(941) 954-1600 ext. 150
jleonard@suncoastblood.org.
SunCoast Blood Centers is a registered 501 (c) (3) not-for-profit corporation. All gifts to SCBC are fully tax-deductible as outlined by the IRS. Our Federal Tax ID number is 59-0873275.
