Red Cross Seeks Blood Donors in Davenport-Rock Island-Moline Area
The American Red Cross is appealing for blood donors in the Davenport-Rock Island-Moline area, especially those with type O blood, to replenish supplies ahead of the holiday rush.
Davenport Rock Island Moline, IA, October 24, 2026 —
The American Red Cross is appealing for blood donors in the Davenport-Rock Island-Moline area, with particular emphasis on people who have type O blood. The organization says the appeal is aimed at replenishing supplies ahead of the holiday rush.
The information provided does not specify how much blood is currently available, how much the Red Cross hopes to collect, or whether supplies have reached a particular threshold. It also does not give dates for the appeal, identify donation locations, or explain how prospective donors can arrange a donation.
The appeal names the Davenport-Rock Island-Moline area but does not provide further details about which communities or facilities are included. No local Red Cross representative or donor was quoted, and no reason beyond the approaching holiday period was given for the timing of the request.
Type O donors are singled out in the appeal, but the information provided does not explain the organization’s specific need by blood type or describe how supplies are distributed. It also does not include eligibility guidance or other information for people considering donating.
The Red Cross’s stated aim is to replenish supplies before the holiday rush. Additional details about the scale of the need, the duration of the appeal and any planned donation opportunities were not provided.
Story summarized from the original created by Linda Cook on www.ourquadcities.com, see more information here.
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