Blood Drive - August 9 8:45 am - 12:45 pm-Commit for life to being a blood donor with Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center. Start as early as 16 yrs with signed parental consent and follow your heart health through adulthood. FAQ's answered within www.giveblood.org. Eat a healthy, hearty meal before donating, bring your photo ID and get ready to relax inside the motor coach as you donate your blood, platelets or plasma, the ultimate voluntary outreach to your community.