Blood Bank of Hawaii Holds Three Day Drive in Kapā‘a

The Blood Bank of Hawaii ran a three day blood drive at the Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort, 650 Aleka Loop in Kapā‘a, with sessions on December 9, 10 and 11. The drive operated December 9 from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., December 10 from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and concluded December 11 from 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Donations were accepted by appointment only.

Local availability of donation opportunities matters for Kauai County because island hospitals depend on steady community contributions to support surgeries, trauma care and chronic treatment needs. Bringing a mobile drive to a central resort location reduces travel time for donors, which can improve turnout and lower indirect costs for households who might otherwise need to travel to other islands or mainland centers to give blood. Appointments were required, and residents were asked to schedule by calling the Blood Bank of Hawaii at (808) 848-4770 or by visiting bbh.org.

The timing of the drive during the holiday season is significant for supply management. Holiday periods frequently strain volunteer availability and can produce gaps in inventory when elective procedures resume after seasonal slowdowns. For an isolated state economy, local collection events act as a critical buffer against transport delays and logistic disruptions that can affect interisland transfers of medical supplies. Regularly scheduled community drives support resilience in the health care system and help stabilize planning for hospitals and emergency services.

For residents who were unable to attend this December schedule, the Blood Bank of Hawaii continues to accept appointments through its phone line and website for future local opportunities. Donors should verify eligibility, bring identification, and plan to arrive at their scheduled time to ensure smooth operations and steady replenishment of the region's blood supply.