Flowood, Cleveland & Oxford, MS — October 3, 2025 – Mississippi Blood Services (MBS) is calling on Mississippians to roll up their sleeves and make a life-saving impact. In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, donors are encouraged to give blood or platelets at the Flowood, Cleveland, and Oxford donation centers.
For every donation given on Tuesday, October 7, MBS will contribute $10 to Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Foundation, an initiative of the American Cancer Society.
“Breast Cancer Awareness Month reminds everyone that blood donations directly impact the lives of cancer patients,” said Kasey Dickson, Director of Marketing and Public Relations for MBS. “Your donation on October 7 can provide hope and healing to someone fighting this disease.”
All donors will receive a Breast Cancer Awareness T-shirt and lapel pin. Walk-ins are welcome, and appointments can be scheduled online.
Donation Centers — Tuesday, October 7 | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Flowood Center – 115 Tree Street, Flowood, MS 39232
- Cleveland Center – 609 North Davis Avenue, Suite 101B, Cleveland, MS 38732
- Oxford Center – 2627 West Oxford Loop, Ste. #C, Oxford, MS 38655
Find a Drive Near You: For a full list of statewide donation opportunities during October, visit msblood.com/october-mobile-drives or call (601) 368-2673.
Be a Hero in Your Community – Host a Blood Drive Bring the gift of life to your neighborhood, office, school, or place of worship. Hosting a blood drive is a meaningful way to support local hospitals and save lives. Call (888) 90-BLOOD or visit msblood.com/host-a-blood-drive to get started.
