Vitalant unites blood and biologics donors, talent, and innovation to save and improve lives.

Core values

- **Addressing Societal Needs**: Vitalant collects and processes over 1.6 million blood, platelet, and plasma donations annually, which are crucial for patients in hospitals, surgical centers, and emergency treatment facilities across 28 states. This includes support for patients with trauma, cancer, organ transplants, sickle cell disease, and other medical conditions[1][5].
- **Improving Quality of Life**: The donations processed by Vitalant are transformed into nearly 2 million blood components, which help patients experiencing chronic transfusions, organ transplants, and other severe diseases. Their laboratory and clinical services perform millions of tests and procedures, significantly improving patient outcomes[1][5].
- **Promoting Positive Change**: Vitalant has been at the forefront of changes in blood donor eligibility, ensuring fair access and expanding the donor base. This includes the implementation of the Individual Donor Assessment, which maintains blood safety while being more inclusive[2][5].
- **Contributing to Community Well-being**: Vitalant supports research initiatives, such as those related to blood donor safety, COVID-19, and other medical advancements. The organization also engages in community outreach and education, particularly in raising awareness about the importance of a diverse blood supply[1][4][5].