Carter Bloodcare

Carter BloodCare is a nonprofit community blood center based in Bedford, Texas, and one of the largest blood centers in the United States. Founded in 1951 through a series of mergers, the organization provides over 440,000 blood products annually to more than 200 hospitals and medical facilities across over 50 counties in North, Central, and East Texas. Carter BloodCare offers comprehensive blood services including collection, processing, specialized laboratory testing, storage, and distribution of blood and blood components. The organization conducts over 7,000 mobile blood drives annually, emphasizing community involvement and volunteer donor engagement. With a mission to save lives through transfusion, Carter BloodCare serves diverse patient needs and ensures steady supply of essential blood products to hospitals and healthcare facilities. The center operates with core values of accountability, excellence, and integrity.