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Hoxworth, FC Cincinnati team up in May to save local lives

Donors can score exclusive gift all month, plus take part in special blood drive

headshot of Ashley Smith By Ashley Smith
2 minute read April 29, 2025

Hoxworth Blood Center, University of Cincinnati and FC Cincinnati are teaming up to boost blood donations this May. Hoxworth is offering an exclusive item to donors this month, and a specialty blood drive at TQL Stadium will offer more gifts and fan-focused items. 

FC Cincinnati and Hoxworth team up for an exclusive item

Bleed orange and blue

During the month of May at each of Hoxworth's seven neighborhood donor centers and select mobile drives, donors will receive an exclusive FCC quarter-zip shirt. This item can be worn around town or to an FCC match to show support for the orange and blue. Fans can wear it with pride knowing they saved local lives with their donation.

Partnering with FC Cincinnati is a meaningful opportunity for both our donors and the community. It’s about more than just collecting blood — it’s about coming together to save lives, honoring the generosity of our donors and strengthening the bonds that make the Cincinnati region so special.

David Oh, MD Interim co-director, Hoxworth Blood Center

TQL Stadium Blood Drive

A donor poses with the FCC mascot at the Hoxworth Blood Drive

Happening Tuesday, May 20 from 10 a.m.–4 p.m., the TQL Stadium Blood Drive will collect whole blood, platelet and double red cell donations. Donors will receive the following:

  • FREE PARKING: Complimentary parking provided by Hamilton County and SP+ Parking in West End Garage, 1530 John St., Cincinnati, OH 45214. The gates will be up from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Donors can enter the event at TQL Stadium's VIP door, West Premium Lot, 1508 John St.
  • THANK YOU GIFTS: Every donor will receive an exclusive "I Bleed Orange and Blue" FC Cincinnati quarter-zip shirt, an FCC T-shirt, PLUS a chance to win an autographed FCC soccer ball or a family 4-pack of tickets to an upcoming game (2 winners)!
  • PHOTO OP: After donating, donors can go out onto the area overlooking the field for a photo op.
SCHEDULE DONATION
At FC Cincinnati, we're proud to be a dedicated mission partner with Hoxworth Blood Center in supporting the health and well-being of our local community. Through our annual blood drives at TQL Stadium in May and August, we help raise awareness of the constant need for blood donations and encourage our fans and neighbors to roll up a sleeve and make a difference. Together, we’re not just building a stronger team — we’re building a stronger Cincinnati.

Kate Solomon Chief youth & community officer, FC Cincinnati

To schedule a donation at the FC Cincinnati blood drive, visit https://hoxworth.org/fcc.html, call Hoxworth at (513) 451-0910 or download the new Hoxworth app. Walk-ins are welcome as schedules allow.  

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