Lend a Helping Arm: Blood Drive

Come lend a helping arm, donate blood to support your community and save local lives. It’s easy, just click on the button to schedule your appointment. 

or make an appointment online or call (512) 206-1242 or (512) 206-1266.  Appointments are strongly encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome.  

For your eligibility questions and FDA Guidelines, please click here 

Anyone who donates or attempts to donate will receive: 

• 1 Custom WrB Holiday Sweatshirt 

 For questions specific to our drive, your “We Are Blood” contact is 
Nicole Cavender at 512-206-1204 or ncavender@weareblood.org  
Your Blood Drive Coordinator is 
Keelan Liggins at keelan.liggins@austinymca.org 

*Remember! Eat a full meal before donating and bring your photo ID.

Ready to make a splash? Join us on Jan 1 for the Polar Bear Plunge– the coolest event of the year! Brave the icy waters and take a thrilling dip to support the East Communities YMCA. Bring the family; Seal Pups (1-10yrs), Cubs (10-15yrs) are included OR dare your friends – plunge or be a Chicken! 

Masters Swim

Masters Swim offers structured, coached swim workouts and stroke technique analysis.  Great for overall fitness and improvement in a positive and friendly atmosphere; and an excellent triathlon-training program.  Swimmers should be able to swim at least 100 yards continuously to benefit from the program.

Small Group Training

Experience the best of both worlds with our Small Group Personal Training – where personalized attention meets the motivation of a group. Whether you’re looking to get stronger, burn fat, or improve your overall health, our expert certified personal trainers will tailor each session to advance the group, providing you with the guidance and challenge you need to succeed.  January 2025 registration is now open!  Learn more and register to grab your spot below.