MAKATI CITY — The Makati City Government is inviting residents to roll up their sleeves and become lifesavers in the upcoming “Be a Life Saver” Blood Donation Drive this October. Organized by the Office of the Mayor through the Makati Action Center’s Community and Patient Relations Unit, in coordination with the Makati Health Department and Ospital ng Makati, the initiative brings donation opportunities directly to the barangays. It reflects the city’s sustained effort to maintain a stable blood supply for patients who depend on transfusions, while making the act of giving convenient for qualified donors.
Two Dates, Two Locations for Donors
The blood donation drive will be held on two separate days to accommodate more participants. On October 15, 2026, donors may visit the Barangay Sports Complex in Barangay Poblacion from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. A second session follows on October 17, 2026, at the Function Hall on the 4th Floor of Avida Tower, Makati Southpoint, also running from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Health teams from the Makati Health Department and Ospital ng Makati will be on-site to conduct necessary screenings, ensuring the safety of both donors and recipients.
Every Drop Counts for Patients in Need
A single blood donation can help save up to three lives, benefiting accident victims, surgical patients, mothers experiencing complications during childbirth, and individuals battling serious illnesses such as cancer and anemia. The demand for blood in hospitals remains constant, making voluntary donations essential to meeting the needs of patients across the city. By participating in this drive, residents become part of a life-saving network that extends far beyond the walls of any single hospital.
A Year-Round Commitment to Community Health
The October drive is part of Makati’s broader blood donation program, which has conducted similar activities throughout 2026. Earlier drives were held in barangays such as Guadalupe Viejo, Guadalupe Nuevo, Valenzuela, and Tejeros, as well as at Ospital ng Makati. Under Republic Act No. 7719, the National Blood Services Act, the government promotes voluntary, non-remunerated blood donation as the safest and most ethical source of blood. Through these sustained efforts, Makati continues to strengthen its healthcare infrastructure and reinforce its reputation as a city that prioritizes the well-being of its residents.
