Awareness Health
World Blood Donor Day
World Blood Donor Day on 14 June thanks voluntary blood donors and raises awareness of the need for safe blood supplies.
- UK
- USA
- Ireland (not marked)
- Canada
- Australia
- New Zealand (not marked)
- International
OrganiserWorld Health Organization
ListingAdded by us from official sources
Last checked19 October 2026
First heldNot known
About the day
The World Health Organization leads the day each year. It recognises unpaid donors and encourages more people to give blood regularly so that health systems have enough safe blood.
2026 theme
One Drop of Humanity. Give Blood. Save Lives.
The 2027 theme has not been announced yet.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Monday 14 June 2027 | UK, USA, International, Canada, Australia | Same date every year |
| 2028 | Wednesday 14 June 2028 | UK, USA, International, Canada, Australia | Same date every year |
| 2029 | Thursday 14 June 2029 | UK, USA, International, Canada, Australia | Same date every year |
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