World Blood Donor

Day Initiative

You’re Someone’s Type

Make Everyday A World Blood Donor Day

At egi we are big on leveraging our resources not just for the advancement of each other but we also look for ways to give back to the communities where we live. Donating blood is one of the noblest ways to give and to make life better for another human.

We’ve been partnering with the Barbados Blood Collection Center and Sagicor to promote the importance of blood donorship while ensuring our blood bank has a safe and reliable supply, here in Barbados.

    • Any healthy individual between the ages of 18 and 70

    • Must weigh a minimum of 110 pounds

    • Have not had a tattoo or piercing within the past 12 months

    • Must not be pregnant or nursing

    • Have not had major dental work within the past 3 days

    • Diabetics who are on insulin

    • Persons with existing infections, serious illness/medical problems

    • You must have a satisfactory meal before donating blood

    • Never attempt to donate blood on an empty stomach

    • Drink plenty of fluids

If you’d like to become a blood donor contact the Center at 836-7993 to make an appointment today.