America's Blood Centers (ABC)

Founded in 1962, America's Blood Centers is the national organization bringing together community-based, independent blood centers.

Their member organizations operate more than 700 blood collection sites in more than 1,100 communities providing close to 60 percent of the U.S., and a quarter of the Canadian, blood supply. These blood centers serve more than 150 million people and provide blood products and services to more than 3,500 hospitals and healthcare facilities across North America. All ABC U.S. members are licensed and regulated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Vision:
A thriving blood center community ensuring safe and available blood for every patient in need.

Mission:
Amplify and advance the contributions of community blood centers to individuals, communities, and the healthcare system. They accomplish their mission through advocacy, awareness, and collaboration.

Advocatingfor laws and regulations recognizing the essential role that independent blood centers play in the healthcare system.
Promoting partnerships, policies and programs that increase awareness about the need for blood donation.
Serving as a thought-leader in the advancement of evidence-based medical and scientific solutions related to health and safety.

Values:
Commitment and accountability to the public good and their members
Commitment beyond the law
Respect for the worth and dignity of individuals
Inclusiveness, social justice and respect for diversity
Transparency, integrity and honesty and responsible stewardship of resources
Commitment to excellence and to maintaining the public trust