Philadelphia Police Department personnel – including both sworn officers and civilian staff,
Representatives from the American Red Cross
The Philadelphia Police Department will host a department-wide blood drive, with more than 50 members of the department scheduled to donate. This initiative marks the return of a longstanding tradition, as the department resumes hosting department-wide blood drives in partnership with the American Red Cross for the first time since 2017.
Thursday, March 19, 2026
Media Availability: 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM
Where:
Philadelphia Public Services Building (PPSB)
400 N. Broad Street
5th Floor, Side B
Philadelphia, PA
DETAILS:
Members of the Philadelphia Police Department will come together to support a critical public health need by donating blood – an act that helps save lives across the region every day. Blood donations are essential for trauma victims, surgical patients, individuals undergoing surgery, battling cancer, and those with chronic illnesses.
This blood drive reflects the department’s ongoing commitment to service beyond public safety. Whether on duty or off, PPD officers and staff continually seek meaningful ways to support the communities they serve. Partnering with the American Red Cross to revive this initiative underscores that commitment and highlights the importance of giving back.
Media are invited to attend during the designated window to capture the drive in progress. There will be opportunities for video, photography, and interviews with participating personnel.