Got Blood? Blood Drive @ MHS

This year, Metuchen High School is hosting a blood drive on Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026. It will be held in the school gymnasium for the entire school day. Volunteers will be selected by the school, and students can help by donating food and signing up to donate blood. If you’re eligible, contribute! Your efforts and donations will determine the success of this event and our overall ability to make a real difference in the lives of those in need. Students and staff aren’t the only ones who can donate; anyone can, as long as they sign in at the front office. Following an assembly in early February, a form will be sent for donors to fill out. However, the blood drive will take walk-ins from people in the community (not students) and give them priority. Be sure to tell your friends and family to attend, so the blood bank can collect more donations, and more individuals can have their lives changed for the better. This is an incredible opportunity for our school to come together for a worthwhile cause and make a genuine impact, as well as give back to our community in a way that counts. 

Blood donations drive medical care and create a constant supply for those in need and undergoing procedures. Typically, blood banks organize blood drives to collect blood from donors to give to those in need of transfusions. These events are used to maintain the general blood supply in case of emergencies or, occasionally, to meet specific needs or emergencies. During a blood donation, a sterile needle is inserted into a vein in the elbow area, and blood is collected through there, typically into a container. Donors fill out a health history form and share their blood type. You should not donate blood if you have certain disorders, have had certain dental procedures done recently, or have had a blood transfusion in the last three months. If you’re unsure about whether you’re eligible, be sure to check online.

This cause is meaningful for so many people across the globe. Blood drives give hospitals a stock in case of emergencies, where someone might have a dire need for blood. This need might arise if someone has extreme blood loss from a surgery, injury, or chronic illness. Sometimes, people are unable to produce enough blood at a time, and it can leave them in a near-death state. This can happen to someone with anemia, cancer, or bone marrow failure. Doctors might also use blood specifically with higher platelet numbers for those whose blood doesn't clot enough, meaning that when a cut opens, the bleeding doesn't stop, which could happen with the use of blood thinners during surgery or with illnesses that cause this issue. The small sacrifice of donating blood saves millions of lives annually, with one pint of blood being able to save up to three people. Blood drives bring together communities to work towards a meaningful objective that has a magnificent impact on those on the receiving end and saves so many lives.

By donating your blood this March, you are not only saving lives, but you’re also enriching and giving back to your community. Donating gives you a sense of fulfillment, unity, and ultimately, joy for those in need who you’re helping through your generosity. It also brings a sense of pride and spirit to the community, as everyone is working towards a common goal, and fosters a positive school community and peer relationships. By participating in a blood drive, you’re fulfilling your civic responsibility, educating yourself about essential health and science topics, and creating connections and relationships through your participation and involvement. This show of compassion is a small way to make a big impact and save someone’s life.