UCOP retiree Jan Kehoe (left) takes a selfie with and longtime blood donor Trish Dolan, senior design analyst, after participating in UCOP’s July 22, 2025, Red Cross blood drive.

This Tuesday, Dec. 9, from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., UCOP is hosting a blood drive for the American Red Cross in Lobby 1 of the Oakland Franklin building.

We are actively seeking participants! There have been several cancellations, and we have many open appointments that we hope to fill. To reserve a time, please text Jan Kehoe at (510) 432-6520.

Why participate

The U.S. is experiencing a blood shortage emergency and blood donors are urgently needed now to help ensure patients at hospitals across the country continue to receive critical medical care. Donating blood only takes about an hour — and you could save three lives!

How to join us

• Contact UCOP retiree Jan Kehoe at jkehoe.blood@yahoo.com to make an appointment that works with your schedule
• Streamline your donation experience and save up to 15 minutes by visiting redcrossblood.org/rapidpass to complete your pre-donation reading and health history questions.
• Bring your photo ID

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to the questions below on the Red Cross donation site.

• Am I eligible to donate blood?
• What is the blood donation process?
• How can I prepare for my donation?
• What COVID-19 safety precautions are in place at the blood drive?

Read a complete list of FAQs here. For additional questions, contact Jan Kehoe.

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