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Helen Rucker Center
Friday
September 18, 2026
9:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
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A Two Day Community Event
Join us for two inspiring days dedicated to saving lives, raising awareness, and bringing our community together. Whether you donate blood, walk alongside us, or come to learn, your participation helps make a meaningful difference.
Friday, September 18, 2026
American Red Cross Blood Drive
Start the weekend by helping save lives through blood donation at the Helen Rucker Center at California State University, Monterey Bay (CSUMB). Blood donations are especially important for individuals living with sickle cell disease, many of whom depend on blood transfusions throughout their lives.
Special Donor Incentives
Receive a $20 Amazon Gift Card delivered by email after your successful donation.
Receive an exclusive American Red Cross Hello Kitty Mystery Item while supplies last.
Saturday, September 19, 2026
First Annual Sickle Cell Awareness Walk
Join us for education, entertainment, health resources, community support, and family-friendly activities created for individuals and families affected by sickle cell disease and sickle cell trait.
This annual tradition is dedicated to the life and legacy of Ava DeGruy, a remarkable young lady who lived with sickle cell disease. Ava moved through life with grace, determination, and a smile that inspired everyone around her. She was a positive force and refused to let her diagnosis define her, pursuing her dreams as a young entrepreneur, a devoted daughter, and the very best big sister. Inspired by the compassion, strength, and joy that Ava shared with others, this event honors not only her life but every individual and family affected by sickle cell disease. Created through the partnership of Ava's family, the City of Seaside, the Monterey County Black Caucus, the American Red Cross, and the Helen Rucker Center at CSUMB, we are building a stronger community through awareness, education, advocacy, compassion, and hope.
Walk with us. Learn with us. Stand with our warriors and their families.
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Sickle Cell Walk Event
September 19, 2026
Saturday 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Laguna Grande Park
Septempter 19th
12:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. After The Walk
Canyon Del Rey Blvd. Seaside, CA
Walk route will be announced.
Walk With Our Warriors
Awareness, education, strength, support, and hope.
Recieve a free gift when you sign up for our walk.
Event Updates
Walk routeTo be announced
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Donation Info Why Is Blood Donor Diversity Important?
Contact Information
Email MCBC
mcblackcaucus@actioncouncil.org
Email SCAS
info@scaseaside.com
Red Cross
www.redcross.org
Event Highlights
The Heart of the 2 Days
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Blood Drive at CSUMB
Friday, September 18, 2026
9:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Helen Rucker Center at CSUMB
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Join us for the First Annual Sickle Cell Awareness Walk.
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