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Ohio State vs Purdue University Blood Battle

From March 1 through April 6, Ohio State and Purdue go head-to-head to collect the most lifesaving blood at on-campus drives.

The Ohio State vs. Purdue University Blood Battle is back. Donate blood March 1 - April 6 at a Blood Battle blood drive to help your favorite school win.

A winner-takes-all tournament will capture hearts – and blood. That’s right, it’s the annual Blood Battle between two historic university programs, The Ohio State University and Purdue University.

Both schools can taste the championship, but only one can win. The school that collects the most blood from March 1 to April 6 will win the coveted Blood Battle title.

Did we mention all blood donors get swag (while supplies last)? Ohio State: A commemorative Blood Battle hoodie. Purdue: A commemorative Blood Battle T-shirt. 

To help your school win – and save lives, of course – find a participating Blood Battle blood drive near you, hosted by either Ohio State or Purdue University, and make an appointment to donate blood.

Blood Drives

Ohio State

OSU MARTHA MOREHOUSE 3/9

March 09, 2026
01:00 PM - 05:00 PM

The Greek Giveback Challenge is a friendly competition where Ohio State fraternities and sororities go head-to-head to see who can inspire the most blood donors — turning Buckeye spirit into lifesaving action and making a real difference in the community.

OSUWMC ROSS HEART HOSPITAL 3/9

March 09, 2026
11:00 AM - 07:00 PM

The Greek Giveback Challenge is a friendly competition where Ohio State fraternities and sororities go head-to-head to see who can inspire the most blood donors — turning Buckeye spirit into lifesaving action and making a real difference in the community.

OSU THE JAMES OUTPATIENT CARE - WEST 3/10

March 10, 2026
09:00 AM - 04:30 PM

The Greek Giveback Challenge is a friendly competition where Ohio State fraternities and sororities go head-to-head to see who can inspire the most blood donors — turning Buckeye spirit into lifesaving action and making a real difference in the community.

OSU OHIO UNION 3/10

March 10, 2026
09:00 AM - 03:00 PM

The Greek Giveback Challenge is a friendly competition where Ohio State fraternities and sororities go head-to-head to see who can inspire the most blood donors — turning Buckeye spirit into lifesaving action and making a real difference in the community.

OSU OHIO UNION 3/11

March 11, 2026
10:00 AM - 06:00 PM

The Greek Giveback Challenge is a friendly competition where Ohio State fraternities and sororities go head-to-head to see who can inspire the most blood donors — turning Buckeye spirit into lifesaving action and making a real difference in the community.

OSU RPAC 3/13

March 13, 2026
10:00 AM - 03:00 PM

The Greek Giveback Challenge is a friendly competition where Ohio State fraternities and sororities go head-to-head to see who can inspire the most blood donors — turning Buckeye spirit into lifesaving action and making a real difference in the community.

Purdue University

Purdue University Blood Drive 3/10/2026

March 10, 2026
12:00 PM - 04:00 PM

Every three seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood—patients in trauma centers, cancer treatment, or undergoing surgery. Yet fewer young people are donating, putting the stability of our blood supply at risk. That’s where you come in. Purdue students have the power to lead a movement—one donation at a time. The need is real. The impact is immediate. The opportunity is yours. 

Purdue University Band Blood Drive 3/12/2026

March 12, 2026
03:30 PM - 06:30 PM

Every three seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood—patients in trauma centers, cancer treatment, or undergoing surgery. Yet fewer young people are donating, putting the stability of our blood supply at risk. That’s where you come in. Purdue students have the power to lead a movement—one donation at a time. The need is real. The impact is immediate. The opportunity is yours. 

Purdue University Pre-Physician Assistant Group 3/24/2026

March 24, 2026
10:00 AM - 02:00 PM

Every three seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood—patients in trauma centers, cancer treatment, or undergoing surgery. Yet fewer young people are donating, putting the stability of our blood supply at risk. That’s where you come in. Purdue students have the power to lead a movement—one donation at a time. The need is real. The impact is immediate. The opportunity is yours. 

Purdue University UBI 3/25/2026

March 25, 2026
09:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Every three seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood—patients in trauma centers, cancer treatment, or undergoing surgery. Yet fewer young people are donating, putting the stability of our blood supply at risk. That’s where you come in. Purdue students have the power to lead a movement—one donation at a time. The need is real. The impact is immediate. The opportunity is yours. 

Purdue University ABE, ABE GSA, And Java House 3/26/2026

March 26, 2026
10:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Every three seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood—patients in trauma centers, cancer treatment, or undergoing surgery. Yet fewer young people are donating, putting the stability of our blood supply at risk. That’s where you come in. Purdue students have the power to lead a movement—one donation at a time. The need is real. The impact is immediate. The opportunity is yours. 

Purdue University Student Government 3/31/2026

March 31, 2026
10:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Every three seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood—patients in trauma centers, cancer treatment, or undergoing surgery. Yet fewer young people are donating, putting the stability of our blood supply at risk. That’s where you come in. Purdue students have the power to lead a movement—one donation at a time. The need is real. The impact is immediate. The opportunity is yours. 

 
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