Sidney Red Cross Blood Drive on March 17

Appointments encouraged for limited availability event

Published on Mar. 4, 2026

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The American Red Cross is hosting a blood drive in Sidney, Montana on Tuesday, March 17 from noon to 6 p.m. at St. Matthew's Parish Center. Appointments are encouraged as walk-in availability is limited.

Why it matters

Blood drives are crucial for maintaining adequate blood supplies, especially in smaller communities. The Red Cross relies on these local drives to collect donations that are then distributed to hospitals and medical centers in need.

The details

The blood drive will take place at St. Matthew's Parish Center, located at 310 7th St. SE in Sidney. Donors are encouraged to schedule an appointment in advance by calling 1-800-RED-CROSS or visiting the Red Cross website. Walk-in availability is limited, so pre-scheduling is recommended.

  • The blood drive will be held on Tuesday, March 17, 2026 from noon to 6 p.m.

The players

American Red Cross

A humanitarian organization that provides emergency assistance, disaster relief, and education inside the United States.

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What’s next

Residents of Sidney and the surrounding area are encouraged to schedule an appointment to donate blood at the upcoming Red Cross drive on March 17.

The takeaway

Blood drives are a vital community service, and this event in Sidney provides an important opportunity for locals to give back and support the Red Cross's mission of maintaining a stable blood supply.