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Give the gift of life! Take part in one of the upcoming community blood drives, and help save lives—one donation at a time.

■ St. Catherine of Siena Hospital‘s Medical Office Building, 48 Route 25A, Smithtown will hold a Blood Drive in the lower level conference room on Monday, June 2 from 7 a.m. to 7:45 p.m. Every donor will be entered to win five tickets to the 2025 MLB Subway Series on July 6 at Citifield. To make an appointment, call 631-469-0989. 

■ Developmental Disabilities Institute, will hold a Blood Drive at its office at 25 Little Plains Road, Huntington on Thursday, June 5 from noon to 6 p.m. and at its office at 99 Hollywood Drive in Smithtown on Tuesday, June 10 from noon to 6 p.m. All donors will be entered to win a Mets Family 4-pack of tickets. For more information, call 631-366-2900.

■ Suffolk County Legislator Rob Trotta, in conjunction with St. Joseph Church in Kings Park, will host a blood drive on Thursday, June 5 at  St. Joseph Church’s Travis Hall, 59 Church Street, Kings Park from 1:45 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. Free parking is available in the lot off Old Dock Road. For more information, call 631-854-3900.

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Legislator Trotta donating blood at one of his sponsored drives at Travis Hall, Church of St. Joseph in Kings Park.

Suffolk County Legislator Rob Trotta, in conjunction with St. Joseph Church in Kings Park, will host a blood drive in St. Joseph Church’s Travis Hall, 59 Church Street, Kings Park on Thursday, June 5, from 1:45 p.m. until 7:45 p.m.

Free parking is available in the lot off Old Dock Road. The drive is to benefit the blood banks maintained by Long Island Blood Services, which provides blood to hospitals throughout Long Island.

To be eligible to donate blood, a person must be between the ages of 16 (16 with parental consent) and 76, (if older than 76, you need written permission from your doctor), weigh over 110 pounds and not have had a tattoo in the last three months. Please bring a valid photo ID with you. LI Blood Services recommends that you eat and drink plenty of fluids before donating. Previous donors should bring their blood donor card with them.

“Hospitals are always in need of blood supplies so it is important that if you can donate blood to do so because one pint of blood can help save three lives,” said Legislator Trotta. For more information, call  631-854-3900.

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From left, members of VFW Post 4927 - Post Quartermaster Cameron Clawson, Mike Costarelli, and Paulie LaRocco with Assemblywoman Rebecca Kassay

On Sunday, May 4, Assemblywoman Rebecca Kassay co-hosted a community blood drive with local VFW Post 4927 in Port Jefferson Station and the New York Blood Center. Throughout the day, donors came from across the district to donate blood, visit the VFW, and enjoy some of the homemade treats that were personally baked by Assemblywoman Kassay and her team, and take home a box of Girl Scout cookies that were provided by the New York Blood Center.

Assemblywoman Rebecca Kassay said, “Hats off to everyone who showed up and participated in Sunday’s Blood Drive—you are all life-savers! Every donation made has the potential to help save the life of someone experiencing surgery, chronic illness, or life-threatening conditions. Each single unit can save up to three lives, meaning the donations at our drive will potentially impact 81 people. Community efforts like this remind us of the power we have to support one another—and that even one donation can make a world of difference. And every event is made sweeter with homemade cupcakes and oatmeal chocolate chip cookies– all baked with love! Many thanks to our partners at VFW Post 4927 for hosting the drive and tapping their members, and the New York Blood Center for sending an incredible team of professionals.”

This event marks the first blood drive event that will be hosted annually through Assemblywoman Rebecca Kassay’s office with the VFW Post 4927.

For more information about the blood drive or future events, please call Assemblywoman Kassay’s office at 631-751-3094.

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The New York Blood Center has declared a blood emergency, meaning there is only 1-2 days supply of blood for hospitals.

In response, Mather Hospital, 75 North Country Road, Port Jefferson will hold a Spring Into Action & Give Blood Drive on Thursday, March 6 from 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. in Conference Rooms A & B. Appointments preferred, walk-ins welcomed if space permits.

Register at https://donate.nybc.org/…/schedules/drive_schedule/322086

 

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In recognition of American Heart Month, New York State Assemblyman Keith Brown and Huntington Town Councilwoman Theresa Mari are partnering with the New York Blood Center to host a community blood drive at Elwood Public Library, 1929 Jericho Turnpike, East Northport on Tuesday, Feb. 18. The Blood Center’s BusMobile will be on-site from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. to welcome donors and support this life-saving cause.

Donating blood is a simple yet powerful way to help those in need, as blood donations are essential for surgeries, cancer treatments, trauma care, and individuals with chronic illnesses. Every donation has the potential to save multiple lives, and February—American Heart Month—is the perfect time to make a difference.

“Every blood donation is a gift of life,” said Councilwoman Theresa Mari. “The Town of Huntington is proud to support this critical initiative alongside Assemblyman Keith Brown and the New York Blood Center. We hope to see a great turnout from our community. I urge everyone who is eligible to donate and help make a difference this February.”

Assemblyman Keith Brown echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the urgent need for donations: “Blood banks are experiencing critically low supplies, we need donors now more than ever. Every drop counts when it comes to saving lives. By donating, you are directly supporting our hospitals, emergency services, and those battling life-threatening conditions.”

For information or to schedule an appointment, visit the New York Blood Center’s website at www.nybc.org. Walk-ins are also welcome as availability permits.

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In response to severe blood shortages in our area, NYS Senator Mario Mattera and NYS Senator Dean Murray will sponsor a blood drive at Smith Haven Mall in Lake Grove on Saturday, Feb. 8 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the center of the mall. Each donor will receive a voucher redeemable for two complimentary tickets to a select New York Islanders regular season home game at USB Arena.

“Every year, millions of people worldwide require blood transfusions. There is an urgent need for blood donations, and your contribution can help save lives!,” said Senator Murray.

Representatives from the Suffolk County Sheriff’s Department will also be in attendance giving out Operation Safe Child and senior identification cards from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Questions? Call 516-310-2382.

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Suffolk County Acting Police Commissioner Robert Waring, Commack Fire District Chairman of the Board Pat Fazio joined Susan Ciano, widow of Suffolk County Police Officer Glen Ciano during a press conference at the Commack Fire Department on Jan. 30 to announce the 15th annual blood drive named in memory of Officer Glen Ciano.

The annual event, which will be held on Feb. 1 this year, is held in honor of Officer Ciano, who was responding to a call when he was killed by a drunk driver in Commack on February 22, 2009.

“It’s Glen’s dedication to public service that brings us back to this blood drive each year to save the lives of as many strangers as possible. Most of us assume that if we need blood it will be available, but the reality is that the only way blood will be readily accessible is if people give up just a little bit of their time to donate,” said Commissioner Waring.

“Blood levels are dangerously low and with the cold weather it’s even worse,” added Chairman Fazio.

“This is a celebration for Glen,” said Ciano’s widow. “And that’s why having my fire department family and the police family here, everyone coming in donating blood, this means the world to our family.”

The New York Blood Center has declared a blood emergency due to a significant drop in blood donations following the holiday season. The blood center has seen a 30% drop in donations, which has resulted in 6,500 fewer donations and crippled the region’s blood supply. Donations of all blood types are urgently needed—especially Types O- and B-, which are both down to just a one- to three-day supply.

The blood drive will be held at the Commack Fire Department, located at 6309 Jericho Turnpike in Commack, on February 1 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. It is not necessary to make an appointment.

For more information, please call 631-499-6690.

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Valerie Cusumano, Nick Cusumano, Tommy Cusumano and Vinny Cusumano with Jeannie Mascolino New York Blood Center's Vice President of Operations on far right. Photo courtesy of NYBC

Vinny Cusumano, a young advocate for blood donations, received over 30 blood and platelet donations through transfusions during his treatment for kidney cancer.

New York Blood Center (NYBC) honored 12-year-old pediatric cancer survivor Vinny Cusumano at their recognition event for top platelet donors at Watermill Caterers in Smithtown. Vinny spoke to platelet donors at the event and thanked them for their life-saving contributions to the blood supply. Vinny’s family has been a fierce advocate for blood and platelet donations, partnering with NYBC on blood drives and other awareness campaigns through their nonprofit organization, Vinny’s Army, which is dedicated to supporting children diagnosed with cancer and their families.

In his remarks at the event, Vinny expressed heartfelt gratitude to the platelet donors in attendance. “There was never a question when my doctor told me that I needed a transfusion if one was available,” said Vinny Cusumano. “I know my parents tell me that New York Blood Center always needs donations and this is the reason why. I am the reason why.  And I’m standing here today talking to all of you about my story because all of you have helped get me here.”

Vinny Cusumano was diagnosed with a rare and aggressive form of kidney cancer in October of 2022. He received over 30 donations of blood and platelets through transfusions during the intense chemotherapy and radiation treatments that were needed to save his life.

Vinny’s Army works to support children diagnosed with cancer and their families by providing unconditional love and support to ensure no family faces this battle alone. According to NYBC, 25 percent of the blood supply is used by patients battling cancer. Vinny’s Army has advocated for blood donations to support pediatric cancer patients who may require transfusions for their treatment.

“We are grateful to Vinny Cusumano and his incredible family for their advocacy efforts to ensure that the region has a robust blood supply to serve cancer patients who rely on blood donations for vital treatment,” said Andrea Cefarelli, Senior Vice President at New York Blood Center Enterprises. “From hosting blood drives, to participating in speaking engagements and spreading awareness, Vinny’s Army has been a great partner and we can’t think of a better organization to honor at our platelet donor event.”

Blood donors can give every 56 days, and platelet donors can give twice per month. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently lifted several blood donor eligibility restrictions. To view current eligibility guidelines, visit nybc.org or call 800.688.0900.

To make an appointment at a donor center near you, donors can call 1-800-933-2566 or visit nybc.org. Can’t donate blood? You can still support NYBC’s mission by texting ‘NYBC’ to ‘20222’ to give $25.

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About New York Blood Center

Founded in 1964, New York Blood Center (NYBC) has served the tri-state area for more than 60 years, delivering 500,000 lifesaving blood products annually to 150+ hospitals, EMS and healthcare partners. NYBC is part of New York Blood Center Enterprises (NYBCe), which spans 17+ states and delivers one million blood products to 400+ U.S. hospitals annually. NYBCe additionally delivers cellular therapies, specialty pharmacy, and medical services to 200+ research, academic and biomedical organizations. NYBCe’s Lindsley F. Kimball Research Institute is a leader in hematology and transfusion medicine research, dedicated to the study, prevention, treatment and cure of bloodborne and blood-related diseases. NYBC serves as a vital community lifeline dedicated to helping patients and advancing global public health. To learn more, visit nybc.org. Connect with us on Facebook, X, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

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It’s the season of giving. The Town of Smithtown will host a blood drive by New York Blood Center at the  Eugene A. Cannataro Senior Citizen Center, 420 Middle Country Road, Smithtown on Nov. 27 from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Every donor will receive a shirt as a gift. To make an appointment, call 1-800-688-0900 or visit www.nybc.org. Walk-ins welcome.

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