Michigan State Joins Big Ten and Abbott in 2nd Annual ‘We Give Blood’ Drive
8/27/2025 2:25:00 PM | General
EAST LANSING, Mich. - Michigan State University is proud to join forces with Abbott and the Big Ten Conference in the second annual "We Give Blood" drive competition, uniting to help tackle one of the nation's most urgent health challenges. The competition aims to encourage a new generation of blood donors, and while saving thousands of lives along the way.
Someone needs blood every 2 seconds, yet some blood centers have less than a 1-day supply available. The need for blood is constant, whether for trauma victims, mothers experiencing complications after childbirth, or individuals receiving cancer treatment. As people get older, they become less likely to be eligible to donate blood. At the same time, the number of young people donating blood has been falling in recent years. But Abbott, the Big Ten Conference and Michigan State University along with multimedia rightsholder Playfly Sports and Michigan State Sports Properties are calling on students, fans and alumni to change that.
"Donating blood is a powerful way Spartans can stand together," said J Batt, Michigan State Vice President and Director of Athletics. "Every blood donation can save up to three lives, but we need more people to donate. It's a simple act that carries incredible power. Let's show the world that Spartans are built for moments like this."
So show up and donate this 2025 season, rep your Spartan pride and save lives!
To participate in the competition, MSU students, fans and alumni can donate anytime between Aug. 27-Dec. 5 at blood drives or blood centers across the U.S.
This year's competition brings even more chances for MSU to ignite school spirit and inspire first time donors. People who show up to donate and log their donation during the competition can receive an exclusive, limited-edition MSU T-shirt designed by Homefield.*
Make Your Donation Count
Logging a donation for Michigan State is easier than ever. After you donate, you can submit your donation at BigTen.Org/Abbott or text "DONATE" to ABBOTT (222688).
The winner of the "We Give Blood" drive will be announced at the Big Ten Championship Game on Dec. 6 in Indianapolis. The winning school will receive $1 million from Abbott to advance student or community health. Donations will be tracked on a live leaderboard at BigTen.Org/Abbott throughout the campaign.
Let's roll up our sleeves and show what it means for Spartan pride.
*Any potential incentives related to this program are non-transferable and not redeemable for cash. T-shirts are available while supplies last. For terms and conditions, visit our website at BigTen.org/Abbott.
Someone needs blood every 2 seconds, yet some blood centers have less than a 1-day supply available. The need for blood is constant, whether for trauma victims, mothers experiencing complications after childbirth, or individuals receiving cancer treatment. As people get older, they become less likely to be eligible to donate blood. At the same time, the number of young people donating blood has been falling in recent years. But Abbott, the Big Ten Conference and Michigan State University along with multimedia rightsholder Playfly Sports and Michigan State Sports Properties are calling on students, fans and alumni to change that.
"Donating blood is a powerful way Spartans can stand together," said J Batt, Michigan State Vice President and Director of Athletics. "Every blood donation can save up to three lives, but we need more people to donate. It's a simple act that carries incredible power. Let's show the world that Spartans are built for moments like this."
So show up and donate this 2025 season, rep your Spartan pride and save lives!
To participate in the competition, MSU students, fans and alumni can donate anytime between Aug. 27-Dec. 5 at blood drives or blood centers across the U.S.
This year's competition brings even more chances for MSU to ignite school spirit and inspire first time donors. People who show up to donate and log their donation during the competition can receive an exclusive, limited-edition MSU T-shirt designed by Homefield.*
Make Your Donation Count
Logging a donation for Michigan State is easier than ever. After you donate, you can submit your donation at BigTen.Org/Abbott or text "DONATE" to ABBOTT (222688).
The winner of the "We Give Blood" drive will be announced at the Big Ten Championship Game on Dec. 6 in Indianapolis. The winning school will receive $1 million from Abbott to advance student or community health. Donations will be tracked on a live leaderboard at BigTen.Org/Abbott throughout the campaign.
Let's roll up our sleeves and show what it means for Spartan pride.
*Any potential incentives related to this program are non-transferable and not redeemable for cash. T-shirts are available while supplies last. For terms and conditions, visit our website at BigTen.org/Abbott.
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