Give Blood at Church of Christ April 2

Free admission to Ozarks attractions for lifesaving donors

Apr. 1, 2026 at 4:55pm

A glowing neon outline of a blood donation bag against a dark background, conveying the vital importance of blood drives through an electrified, minimalist design.A vibrant neon illustration captures the life-giving energy of blood donations that will power family adventures across the Ozarks.El Dorado Springs Today

Community Blood Center of the Ozarks (CBCO) is teaming up with four family destinations to offer free admissions for lifesaving donors throughout April to help boost the region's blood supply. El Dorado Springs area residents can donate blood at the Church of Christ on April 2.

Why it matters

Blood donations are crucial to maintaining the supply for over 40 hospitals across the Ozarks region. This partnership provides an incentive for donors to give blood and support their local community.

The details

Successful donors in April will receive an Ozarks Adventure Pass, a package of vouchers offering free admission to The Discovery Center, The Scott Family Amazeum, Ripley's Believe It or Not!, and Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge. Donors will also receive a limited-edition CBCO t-shirt. Appointments are strongly encouraged to avoid wait times.

  • The El Dorado Springs Community Blood Drive will be held on Thursday, April 2 from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
  • The Ozarks Adventure Pass promotion runs throughout the month of April.

The players

Community Blood Center of the Ozarks (CBCO)

The sole supplier of blood, platelets, and plasma to patients at more than 40 hospitals across the Ozarks region.

The Discovery Center

A family destination in Springfield, Missouri offering free admission to CBCO donors.

The Scott Family Amazeum

A family destination in Bentonville, Arkansas offering free admission to CBCO donors.

Ripley's Believe It or Not!

A family destination in Branson, Missouri offering free admission to CBCO donors.

Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge

A family destination in Eureka Springs, Arkansas offering free admission to CBCO donors.

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What’s next

Donors can schedule an appointment at https://www.cbco.org/adventure/ or by calling 417-227-5006.

The takeaway

This blood drive partnership is a great opportunity for the El Dorado Springs community to support their local hospitals and enjoy free admission to popular Ozarks attractions as a reward for their lifesaving donations.