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Bleed Blue Blood Drive

26th Annual Bleed Blue Blood Drive

One tradition, two chances for victory!

For the Life. For the Neighbor. For the Shoe.

Colts Nation—it’s time to Bleed Blue! Every pint you give fuels hope, renews life, and celebrates our city’s spirit. For 26 years, Versiti and the Colts have stood together to save lives. This season, we’re doubling the impact with two chances to give. Step up and donate—because lives can’t wait! 

11/22 Event Details:

Bleed Blue Blood Drive in partnership with Ascension

Date: Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025
Time: 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m

Location:
Ascension St. Vincent
William K. Nasser, MD, Healthcare Education and Simulation Center
1801 West 86th St Indianapolis, IN 46260

 

Ascension caregivers save lives every day. Patients and their loved ones experience the impact firsthand. This November, for one day only, the Bleed Blue Blood Drive in partnership with Ascension gives heroes like you another way to give back to local families. For over a quarter century, Versiti Blood Center of Indiana and the Indianapolis Colts have partnered to save lives and build community through the annual Bleed Blue Blood Drive.

On Nov. 22, please join your fellow healthcare professionals, patients, families, and Colts fans in taking lifesaving action.

Every donor gets an exclusive, limited-edition Colts football (featuring Alec Pierce), while supplies last. Don’t miss out on this fan-favorite collectible! You could also get calendars, T-shirts and more giveaways (subject to availability and while supplies last).

Bleed Blue Blood Drive in partnership with Ascension.


 

12/20 Event Details:

26th Annual Farm Bureau Bleed Blue Blood Drive

Date: Saturday, Dec. 20, 2025
Time: 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m

Location:
Indiana Farm Bureau Football Center
7001 W. 56th St., Indianapolis, IN 46254

Bleed Blue is more than an event. It is a tradition, a celebration, and a testament to what Colts Nation can achieve when we come together for a common cause.  For over a quarter century, Versiti Blood Center of Indiana and the Indianapolis Colts have partnered to save lives and build community through the annual Bleed Blue Blood Drive.  

This December, for one day only, Colts fans like you can Bleed Blue where the Colts practice and be part of the team that saves lives. This unique blood drive and ultimate fan experience gives you behind-the-scenes access to the practice field, live practice viewing, and possible player appearances (to be determined).  
Every donor gets an exclusive, limited-edition Colts football (featuring Alec Pierce), while supplies last. Don’t miss out on this fan-favorite collectible! You could also get autographs, calendars, T-shirts and more giveaways (subject to availability and while supplies last).  

Additionally, the event features the Colts cheerleaders and possible player appearances (TBD). 

Bleed blue. Give hope. Save Indiana.

 
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