Astoria Community Blood Drives
The Queens Masonic blood drives are a recurring [community service in Queens] effort that connects local residents with lifesaving opportunities to donate blood throughout the year. These quarterly blood drives are presented in partnership between New York Blood Center and Queens Masonic Association and are hosted at [Advance Masonic Temple] in Astoria, Queens.
By bringing together neighbors, volunteers, returning donors, and first-time participants, these drives help support hospitals, emergency care, surgeries, cancer treatment, and patients across New York who rely on a steady blood supply. They also reflect a broader commitment to practical public service and local outreach.
Whether you donate at one of our scheduled events in Astoria or at another New York Blood Center location, you can still support this effort and help strengthen the connection between local service and regional need.
A Quarterly Blood Drive for Queens
Blood donation remains one of the most direct ways people can help save lives. The need is constant, and a reliable blood supply depends on regular participation from community donors. That is why the Queens Masonic blood drives are organized as a continuing quarterly effort rather than a one-time event.
These drives are hosted at [Advance Masonic Temple], located at 21-14 30th Ave., Astoria, NY 11102, and presented through the partnership of Queens Masonic Association and New York Blood Center. The temple serves as a welcoming local site where residents of Astoria, Long Island City, and surrounding Queens neighborhoods can take part in a meaningful act of public service.
Visitors who want to explore the broader mission behind these efforts can also read more about [community service in Queens] and browse [upcoming events].
Hosted at Advance Masonic Temple in Astoria
[Advance Masonic Temple] is an important community gathering place for public service efforts in Astoria. Hosting quarterly blood drives is one of the clearest ways the building serves the neighborhood beyond lodge functions and private meetings.
For many donors, the process is simple and practical: register, arrive prepared, donate, and know that your contribution may help patients in urgent need. For the broader community, these blood drives show how a local institution can help meet a real and ongoing public health need.
If you are new to the space, you can also learn more about [Advance Masonic Temple] and its role in local events and outreach.
In Partnership: New York Blood Center and Queens Masonic Association
These quarterly blood drives are presented in partnership between New York Blood Center and Queens Masonic Association, with the events hosted at [Advance Masonic Temple].
This is an important distinction. While local Masons, volunteers, and supporters help promote and sustain the drives, the blood collection partnership itself is between New York Blood Center and Queens Masonic Association. The purpose is to make it easier for the community to participate in organized, recurring blood donation efforts in Queens.
That partnership-based approach is part of what makes this a lasting example of [community service in Queens].
You Can Donate at Any NYBC Location Using Our Sponsor Code
One of the most important things supporters should know is that participation is not limited to the scheduled blood drives at Advance Masonic Temple.
Anyone can donate at any New York Blood Center blood drive or donor center and use sponsor code 10691. When that code is used, it lets New York Blood Center know that the donation is related to, inspired by, or connected with the Queens Masonic community blood drive effort.
That means you can still support this work if you cannot attend the next event in Astoria. You can donate on another date, at another NYBC blood drive, or at a donor center that is more convenient for you, while still helping show that your donation was connected to this community effort.
This helps extend the reach of the program beyond one location and encourages broader participation across Queens, New York City, and beyond.
How to Prepare to Donate
If you are planning to donate blood, a few simple steps can help make the process go smoothly:
Eat well before your appointment
Drink plenty of water and stay hydrated
Bring a valid photo ID
Feel healthy and symptom-free on the day of donation
Meet New York Blood Center age, weight, and eligibility requirements
General eligibility guidance includes:
Age 17 and older
Age 16 may be eligible with a parental consent form
Donors must meet minimum weight requirements
For full eligibility requirements and current donor guidance, visit:
nybc.org/eligibility
To register for an appointment, visit:
nybc.org/sponsor
Use sponsor code:
10691
You can also check [upcoming events] for the next scheduled blood drive hosted in Astoria.
Why Blood Drives Matter
Blood donation supports a wide range of medical needs. Patients receiving trauma care, surgery, cancer treatment, emergency treatment, and other forms of care may all depend on donated blood. Because blood cannot be manufactured, hospitals rely on volunteer donors to help maintain supply.
That is why recurring local drives matter. They turn goodwill into action and make it easier for people to contribute in a consistent and organized way. A quarterly schedule also helps build awareness, encourage donor habits, and strengthen community participation over time.
These efforts are part of a broader pattern of [community service in Queens] that connects charitable work with real neighborhood impact.
Rodney Artis and Community Blood Drive Leadership
A major part of the visibility and momentum behind these blood drives has come from the leadership and community advocacy of Rodney Artis.
Rodney Artis has been recognized by New York Blood Center for his work supporting successful blood drives and encouraging community participation in blood donation. He received NYBC’s “You Mean the World to Us” award in recognition of his commitment to helping rebuild and strengthen the regional blood supply.
His outreach has helped connect more local residents to the importance of blood donation and to the role that community institutions can play in supporting public health. His recognition also reflects the broader strength of this effort: sustained community service depends on trusted local leadership, consistency, and meaningful engagement.
Readers interested in the wider service mission behind this work can continue to [community service in Queens].
Next Blood Drive: September 19, 2026
The next scheduled Queens Masonic blood drive will take place on:
Saturday, September 19, 2026
Advance Masonic Temple
21-14 30th Ave.
Astoria, NY 11102
For current details, registration information, and event updates, please visit the [September 19, 2026 blood drive event page].
You can also view additional [upcoming events] for other community programs hosted at the temple.
A Simple Way to Help Save Lives
Not everyone serves the community in the same way, but blood donation offers a practical and immediate way to help others. A single donation can make a difference for multiple patients, and recurring community blood drives make it easier for that support to continue.
Whether you join us at Advance Masonic Temple for the next quarterly event or donate elsewhere through New York Blood Center using sponsor code 10691, your participation helps strengthen a community effort with real impact.
If you have questions, visit [contact us] to learn more.
Learn More and Get Involved
There are several ways to support the Queens Masonic blood drive effort:
Attend the [September 19, 2026 blood drive event page]
Donate at any NYBC blood drive or donor center using sponsor code 10691
Share the blood drive with friends, family, and neighbors
Review donor eligibility information before donating
Visit [contact us] to learn more about community service and upcoming events
Donate Blood. Support Queens. Save Lives.
Quarterly blood drives hosted at [Advance Masonic Temple] help connect Astoria and Queens residents with a simple way to make a real difference.
Register at nybc.org/sponsor
Use sponsor code 10691
Visit the [September 19, 2026 blood drive event page]
Review donor eligibility at nybc.org/eligibility
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