activities · 32
what they do
direct service · 20
- Blood Collection and Distribution Blood Collection and Processing ServicesCollects approximately 150,000 blood products annually through a network of donor centers and mobile blood drives, distributing units to hospitals across San Diego, Orange, and Los Angeles Counties for patient transfusions.
- Blood Collection and Distribution Blood Collection and Processing ServicesCollects approximately 150,000 blood products annually through 10 donor centers and 10 mobile units, distributing blood to hospitals in San Diego, Orange, and Los Angeles Counties to support patient transfusions.
- Blood Collection and Processing Blood Collection and Processing ServicesCollects approximately 150,000 blood products annually through 10 donor centers and mobile units across San Diego, Orange, and Los Angeles Counties. These products are then processed for distribution to hospitals in Southern California.
- Blood Processing and Laboratory Services Blood Collection and Processing ServicesProcesses around 10,000 units of blood per month in CLIA-accredited, state-licensed laboratories, and operates frozen blood storage facilities for common and rare blood types, including autologous donations.
- Collect, process, and distribute blood products to hospitals Blood Collection and Processing ServicesCollects approximately 150,000 blood products annually and processes around 10,000 units per month for patient transfusions in hospitals across San Diego, Orange, and Los Angeles Counties.
- Cord Blood Banking Cryopreservation and Cord Blood Banking ServicesOperates a Cord Blood Banking Program that provides stem cell transplants to patients globally.
- Cord Blood Banking and Stem Cell Services Cryopreservation and Cord Blood Banking ServicesOperates a Cord Blood Banking Program that collects and stores stem cells for use in transplants, providing life-saving matches to patients globally.
- Cord Blood and Frozen Blood Banking Cryopreservation and Cord Blood Banking ServicesOperates a Cord Blood Banking Program that provides stem cell transplants globally and maintains frozen blood laboratories for long-term storage of common and rare blood types, including autologous donations.
- Donor Center Operations Blood Collection and Processing ServicesOperates multiple permanent blood donation centers across Southern California, including a full-service facility in Irvine, CA opened in 2022, and supports donation through 10 mobile units conducting on-site blood drives.
- Donor Incentive Programs Blood Donation Drives CoordinationOffers promotional incentives such as an exclusive Disney Goofy T-shirt to blood donors during specific campaigns to encourage blood donation.
- Donor Incentive and Engagement Programs Blood Donation Drives CoordinationOffers promotional incentives such as exclusive merchandise (e.g., Disney Goofy T-shirt in April 2026) to encourage blood donation and sustain donor participation.
- Frozen Blood Storage Cryopreservation and Cord Blood Banking ServicesOperates frozen blood laboratories for the storage of common and rare blood types, including autologous donations.
- Maintain regulatory compliance and laboratory accreditation Infectious Disease Screening for Blood and Plasma DonorsHolds licenses and registrations with the FDA and California Department of Public Health, is accredited by AABB and CAP, and maintains CLIA-certified laboratories with permits in California, Maryland, and Pennsylvania.
- Offer donor incentive programs Blood Donation Drives CoordinationProvides promotional incentives to blood donors, such as an exclusive Disney Goofy T-shirt offered during April 2026, to encourage donation.
- Operate cord blood banking and frozen blood storage programs Cryopreservation and Cord Blood Banking ServicesProvides stem cell transplants globally through a Cord Blood Banking Program and maintains frozen blood laboratories for long-term storage of common and rare blood types, including autologous donations.
- Operate fixed and mobile blood donation centers Blood Collection and Processing ServicesOperates 10 donor centers across San Diego and Orange Counties, including a permanent center in Irvine, and deploys 10 mobile units for on-site blood drives throughout Southern California, including Imperial Valley and Orange County.
- Regulatory Compliance and Laboratory Accreditation Infectious Disease Screening for Blood and Plasma DonorsMaintains licenses and accreditations from the FDA, California Department of Public Health, Association for the Advancement of Blood & Biotherapies, College of American Pathologists, and CLIA, with clinical laboratory permits in California, Maryland, and Pennsylvania.
- Specialized Blood Donation Programs Cryopreservation and Cord Blood Banking ServicesOperates programs for designated donors, allowing patients to select their own blood donors, and an autologous donor program for patients to pre-deposit their own blood for planned surgeries.
- Specialized Donor Programs Cryopreservation and Cord Blood Banking ServicesAdministers autologous and designated donor programs, allowing patients to pre-donate their own blood or designate specific individuals to donate on their behalf.
- Specialized Donor Programs Cryopreservation and Cord Blood Banking ServicesAdministers autologous donor programs allowing patients to pre-deposit their own blood for surgery and designated donor programs enabling patients to recruit their own donors.
research · 5
- Biomedical Research and Development Human Blood Components and Derivatives Supply for ResearchDevelops Clearsate™ (Human Platelet Lysate) for use in cell culture applications and provides human blood components, plasma, and platelets for scientific research studies.
- Research Product Development Human Blood Components and Derivatives Supply for ResearchDevelops Clearsate™ (Human Platelet Lysate), a cell culture reagent derived from human platelets, for use in scientific and regenerative medicine applications.
- Research Product Development and Supply Human Blood Components and Derivatives Supply for ResearchDevelops Clearsate™ (Human Platelet Lysate) for cell culture applications and provides human blood components, plasma, and platelets to support external scientific research studies.
- Supply of Blood Components for Research Human Blood Components and Derivatives Supply for ResearchProvides human blood components, plasma, and platelets to academic and industry researchers for use in scientific studies.
- Support scientific research with blood components and products Human Blood Components and Derivatives Supply for ResearchSupplies human blood components, plasma, and platelets for research studies and develops specialized products like Clearsate™ (Human Platelet Lysate) for cell culture applications.
capacity building · 7
- Operate a research hub for cell therapy and regenerative medicine Research Infrastructure and Resource SharingSupports academic and industry researchers through a dedicated Research Hub focused on advancing cell therapy and regenerative medicine.
- Professional Continuing EducationProvides continuing education programs for professionals in the blood bank community.
- Professional Education and TrainingOffers continuing education programs for blood bank professionals to support workforce development and knowledge sharing in transfusion medicine.
- Provide continuing education for blood bank professionalsOffers continuing education programs to enhance knowledge and skills within the blood bank and transfusion medicine community.
- Research Hub Operation Research Infrastructure and Resource SharingOperates a Research Hub that supports academic and industry researchers in cell therapy and regenerative medicine, and provides research products and services.
- Research Hub and Capacity Building Research Infrastructure and Resource SharingOperates a Research Hub that supports academic and industry researchers in cell therapy and regenerative medicine and provides continuing education programs for blood bank professionals.
- Research Hub and Collaborative Support Research Infrastructure and Resource SharingOperates a Research Hub that supports external researchers in cell therapy and regenerative medicine by providing resources and expertise.
strategies · 35
how they think
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- 24/7 Hospital Partnership Model 24/7 hospital partnership modelEnsures uninterrupted access to blood products by maintaining continuous partnerships with regional hospitals for emergency and procedural blood delivery.
- 24/7 hospital partnership and responsive supply model 24/7 hospital partnership modelMaintains a reliable, real-time blood supply for medical emergencies and procedures by partnering with hospitals and adapting collection and distribution to evolving clinical demands.
- 24/7 hospital partnership for emergency blood supply 24/7 hospital partnership modelEnsures timely availability of blood products by maintaining continuous, round-the-clock partnerships with regional hospitals to respond to emergencies and urgent medical needs.
- Community-Connected Blood Collection community-connected blood collectionThe organization connects with diverse communities to collect blood and biotherapies, aiming to save and improve lives and advance health through medical innovation. This approach emphasizes engaging various community segments to ensure a robust and inclusive blood supply.
- Community-Connected Blood Collection and Engagement community-connected blood collectionStrengthens blood supply and health outcomes by engaging diverse communities through inclusive donation programs and building trust via representation and outreach.
- Community-connected blood collection and engagement community-connected blood collectionFosters trust and participation in blood and biotherapy programs by engaging diverse communities, reflecting their diversity in staffing, and emphasizing shared purpose in saving lives.
- Community-connected model for blood collection and health impact community-connected blood collectionStrengthens blood supply and health outcomes by engaging diverse communities in donation and biotherapy programs, ensuring representation and fostering trust through inclusive outreach.
- Comprehensive Blood Banking Services comprehensive_blood_services_modelThe organization provides a full range of blood banking services, including apheresis, specialized blood processing, and reference laboratory support, to meet diverse medical needs.
- Comprehensive Blood Services and Specialized Processing comprehensive_blood_services_modelProvides end-to-end blood banking solutions including apheresis, specialized processing, and laboratory support to meet complex clinical needs.
- Comprehensive blood banking and specialized services comprehensive_blood_services_modelProvides full-spectrum blood banking services, including apheresis, specialized processing, and reference lab support, to meet complex clinical and medical needs.
- Comprehensive blood banking and specialized services comprehensive_blood_services_modelProvides a full spectrum of blood banking services—including apheresis, specialized processing, and reference lab support—to meet complex clinical and research needs.
- Convenient Access Model for Blood Donation convenient access modelIncreases blood donation rates by offering walk-in donor centers that reduce barriers and enhance accessibility for community members.
- Convenient and accessible donor engagement convenient access modelIncreases blood donation rates by offering walk-in donor centers and emphasizing convenience and accessibility for donors, lowering barriers to entry and encouraging broader community participation.
- Convenient and accessible donor engagement convenient access modelIncreases blood donation rates by offering walk-in donor centers and emphasizing convenience and accessibility for donors, lowering barriers to participation.
- Development of human-sourced, animal-free research reagents human-sourced reagentsAdvances ethical and sustainable biomedical research by developing human-sourced alternatives to animal-derived reagents, such as Clearsate™, to support cell culture without fetal bovine serum.
- Donor and Blood Safety Priority donor_safety_focusEnsures the safety of donors and recipients by implementing rigorous safety protocols and rapidly adopting newly approved blood screening technologies.
- Donor and blood product safety as a core operational priority donor_safety_focusEnsures donor well-being and blood safety by implementing advanced screening technologies promptly and maintaining rigorous safety protocols throughout the donation and processing cycle.
- Ensuring Blood Safety and Supply Responsiveness blood_safety_and_supply_responsivenessThe organization prioritizes donor safety and adopts advanced blood screening technologies promptly to ensure the safety of the blood supply. It also maintains a 24/7 partnership with hospitals and expands collection services to respond to medical advances and maintain a steady supply for emergencies and procedures.
- Human-Sourced Reagents Development human-sourced reagentsAdvances ethical and sustainable biomedical research by developing human-sourced alternatives to animal-derived reagents, such as Clearsate™ as a substitute for fetal bovine serum.
- Human-sourced reagents for ethical and innovative research human-sourced reagentsDevelops and provides human-derived alternatives to animal-sourced reagents (e.g., Clearsate™) to support ethical, scalable, and innovative cell culture and regenerative medicine research.
- Inclusive workforce development reflecting community diversity diversity-inclusive staffingBuilds organizational and operational effectiveness by cultivating a workforce that mirrors the diversity of the communities served, enhancing cultural competence and community trust.
- Medical-Need-Responsive Supply Chain medical-need-responsive supply modelAdapts blood collection and distribution capacity in direct response to evolving clinical demands and advances in transfusion-dependent medical procedures.
- Prioritization of donor safety and blood safety innovation donor_safety_focusEnsures donor well-being and blood product safety by implementing advanced screening technologies promptly and maintaining rigorous safety standards throughout the donation process.
- Recurring Donor Engagement Program recurring_donor_programBuilds a reliable blood supply by cultivating long-term donor commitment through structured programs like the Guardians Circle, which incentivizes regular donations.
- Research Support Infrastructure research_support_infrastructureEnables innovation in cell therapy and regenerative medicine by supplying specialized blood-derived materials and research services to scientific and medical researchers.
- Research and Innovation Support research_support_infrastructureThe organization supports innovation in cell therapy and regenerative medicine by providing specialized blood-derived research materials and services, including human-sourced alternatives to animal-derived reagents. This infrastructure facilitates scientific advancements and medical innovation.
- Research enablement through specialized blood-derived materials and services research_support_infrastructureAdvances cell therapy and regenerative medicine by supplying researchers with specialized blood products, reagents, and technical services not widely available.
- Responsive blood supply expansion aligned with medical advances medical-need-responsive supply modelExpands collection and distribution capacity in direct response to evolving medical procedures that require transfusions, ensuring the blood supply meets emerging clinical demands.
- Support for regenerative medicine and cell therapy research research_support_infrastructureEnables innovation in advanced therapies by providing specialized blood-derived materials and research infrastructure to support cell therapy and regenerative medicine development.
- Sustained donor commitment through recurring donation programs recurring_donor_programBuilds a reliable blood supply by cultivating long-term donor relationships via structured recurring donation initiatives like the Guardians Circle.
- Sustained donor commitment through recurring donation programs recurring_donor_programBuilds a reliable blood supply by cultivating long-term donor relationships via structured recurring donation programs like the Guardians Circle, ensuring consistent contributions.
- Volunteer-Based Blood Donation Model volunteer-based_donation_modelRelies exclusively on voluntary, unpaid donors to maintain an ethical and community-driven blood supply, reinforcing public trust and participation.
- Volunteer-Based and Accessible Donation Model volunteer_based_donation_modelThe organization relies entirely on volunteer, unpaid blood donors and offers convenient access through walk-in options at donor centers. It also encourages regular donations through a recurring donor program to ensure a consistent and committed donor base.
- Volunteer-based blood donation model volunteer_based_donation_modelRelies exclusively on unpaid, volunteer donors to collect and supply blood, reinforcing community stewardship and ethical sourcing of blood products.
- Workforce Diversity and Inclusion diversity-inclusive staffingEnhances community trust and service relevance by building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the populations served.
named programs · 8
what they call their work
Autologous Donation Program
Allows patients to pre-deposit their own blood for planned surgery
Autologous and Designated Donation Services
Allows patients to pre-donate their own blood or designate specific donors for planned medical procedures
Blood Collection and Distribution
Collects, processes, and distributes blood products to hospitals throughout Southern California
Cord Blood Banking Program
Provides lifesaving stem cell transplants to patients worldwide through donated cord blood
Designated Donor Program
Enables patients to select their own donors for blood transfusions
Mobile Blood Drives
Operates 10 mobile units to conduct blood drives at community locations throughout Southern California
Reference Laboratory Services
Provides specialized blood testing and support services for the medical community
Research Products & Services (RPS)
Supplies research-grade blood components and biotherapies including human platelet lysate (Clearsate™) to scientific institutions
relationships · 21
who they work with
- America’s Blood Centers Network — Member organization
- America’s Blood Centers Network — Member organization featured in a career awareness video collaboration.
- Association for the Advancement of Blood & Biotherapies Network — Full accredited member of AABB
- Association for the Advancement of Blood & Biotherapies Partner — Accredited by AABB
- Blood Centers of America Network — Member organization
- Blood Centers of California Network — Member organization
- CMS Government — Holds CLIA certificates of accreditation and waiver through CMS
- California Blood Bank Society Network — Member organization
- College of American Pathologists Partner — Accredited by CAP
- Disney Partner — Partners with Disney to offer exclusive Goofy T-shirts to blood donors as part of a promotional campaign.
- Excellos Partner — Collaborates on cord blood and cell therapy research and services
- Excellos Partner — Collaborates on the development and distribution of research products such as human platelet lysate.
- Federal Food and Drug Administration Government — Licensed by the FDA
- Hoag Medical Center Partner — Hosts mobile blood drives operated by Southern California Blood Bank in Newport Beach.
- Rady Children’s Hospital-San Diego Partner — Primary blood provider to Rady Children’s Hospital-San Diego.
- Southern California Blood Bank Network — San Diego Blood Bank operates the Irvine Business District Donor Center under the Southern California Blood Bank name.
- State of California Department of Health Services Government — Licensed by the California Department of Health Services
- State of California Department of Public Health Government — Licensed with the California Department of Public Health
- State of Maryland Government — Holds clinical laboratory permits in Maryland
- State of Pennsylvania Government — Holds clinical laboratory permits in Pennsylvania
- US Food and Drug Administration Government — Licensed and registered with the FDA