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Donordate: because donating for the first time is more fun with 2!
Hooray! Our beloved Donordate campaign is back! It’s the perfect time to introduce your partner, a friend, or a colleague who wants to donate blood or plasma for the first time to the wonderful feeling of saving lives together.So come donate together from April 1 through June 30, 2026.
Are there two of you and is at least one person donating blood, plasma or platelets for the first time? Then together you will receive one voucher that is valid for two people.
You may go on Donordate several times during the campaign, as long as you meet the conditions of the campaign. You may donate plasma every 14 days. After a blood donation, you must wait at least 60 days before the next blood donation, or at least 28 days for a plasma donation.
Each donor must schedule their own appointment. You cannot schedule an appointment for someone else. You can schedule an appointment online via the donor portal or by calling the toll-free number 0800 777 00. You must both attend the appointment together.
Do you want to be on Donordate? Then follow these three simple steps.
Follow these three steps and soon you and your Donordate will be lying next to each other on a takings bed.
- Take the donor self-test
- Book your appointment, this is mandatory for yourself and your Donordate
- Go on Donordate together and share your experience with us
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Some of you have never stopped doing it, while others should definitely give it a try:we’dloveto see #Donordatepop up on social media. Be sure to use the hashtag when you post a selfie and tag us on Facebook @RodeKruisVl andon Instagram @RodeKruisVlaanderen.
Because giving, we do that for and also with each other!
My niece, an experienced donor, asked me along on a Donordate. Although I was hesitant due to my fear of needles, I decided to accept the challenge. Thanks to the staff and my niece, everything went smoothly. We immediately scheduled a new appointment and this is how a nice tradition started: doing something good and catching up.
Svea
New blood donor
Frequently asked questions about Donordate
What exactly does Donordate entail?
Are you coming in pairs and is at least one person donating blood, plasma or platelets for the first time? Then you will receive one experience voucher together that is valid for two people. This is in addition to the standard thank-you vouchers.
Why is Belgian Red Cross-Flanders organizing Donordate?
Blood and plasma are vital resources that can have a great impact on the well-being of fellow human beings:
- Donating plasma is invaluable. It is used in cases such as clotting disorders or severe burns and to make life-saving drugs. In order to be able to help more people and to meet the increasing demand for plasma, Belgian Red Cross-Flanders needs to collect 5% more plasma each year.
- Red blood cells are needed for patients who are anemic or who suffer from Severe bleeding.
To meet that demand for blood and plasma, we need new donors. Many new donors even, which is why we are asking our loyal donors to bring someone along on Donordate. Or to come as a new donor in pairs.
When does Donordate take place?
From April 1 through June 30, 2026
Where does Donordate go on?
The campaign is taking place at the Zestien donor centers, our new donor club in Pelt, and all mobile blood drives organized by Belgian Red Cross-Flanders. You can find all the locations when you make an appointment throughour donor portal.
What do I receive when participating in Donordate?
You will be given the regular thank-you or transportation receipts when you register at the front desk.
In addition, when you register, you’ll receive one experience voucher for two people. You must register as a pair to receive the voucher.
The experience voucher is given out in pairs only. The third, fifth, ... person will not receive a voucher.
Can I book an appointment for 2 people?
No, each donor must schedule their own appointment. You cannot schedule an appointment for someone else. You can schedule an appointment online via the donor portalor by calling the toll-free number 0800 777 00.
What if I can't donate with my date at the same time?
In addition to the terms and conditions of the Donordate promotion, it’s important that you and your date arrive at the same time for your appointment. That way, you’ll both receive your experience voucher for two.You cannot donate separately; if you do, you will not receive a voucher.
How can I sign up for Donordate?
You do not need to sign up for this promotion in advance. However, it is important that you both schedule an appointment to donate at the same time through the donor portal.
It is therefore important that both donors book their own appointments. You must check in together at the time of your appointment.
When you check in at the donor center or at the mobile blood drive, please indicate that you are there with your Donordate partner. Our staff will then verify whether you meet Donordate’s requirements. If at least one of you is a first-time donor, you will receive one experience voucher for two. You can use this voucher for a fun trip to the movies at Kinepolis, savory treats throughout the Benelux, enjoyable outings such as a beer tasting or a historic boat tour in Ghent, and so much more!
How often can I participate in Donordate?
There is no limit on the number of participations as long as you come to donate with a new donor each time. You may donate plasma every fourteen days. After a blood donation, you must wait at least sixty days before the next blood donation, or at least 28 days for a plasma donation.
I already convinced an acquaintance to donate before April 1, 2026. Does that count too?
This promotion applies to the recruitment of new donors from April 1 through June 30, 2026. Donations made outside of this period will not be counted as Donordate.
But since you've already brought someone to donate in the past, we believe you can still convince acquaintances to stop by!
I can't come and donate before June 30. What now?
The promotion runs through June 30. If you cannot stop by during the action period, you will not be eligible for this action. Of course, you are more than welcome to donate even after this action.
Where can I use the experience voucher I received and how long is it valid?
The experience voucher lets you choose from a variety of activities to enjoy together. You can opt for a day trip, breakfast, a historic boat tour in Ghent, a movie at Kinepolis, coffee and cake, savory treats throughout the Benelux, and so much more!
The voucher is valid for three years and three months. Be sure to check the terms and conditions on the back of your voucher.
When will I receive the experience voucher?
The experience voucher is given when you and your Donordate present together to register for your donation. Therefore, it is important to come and donate at the same time. You will receive one voucher, which can be used by two.
The experience voucher is given out in pairs only. The third, fifth, ... person will not receive a voucher.
How do I register my experience voucher?
You can easily register your experience voucher with this step-by-step plan.
ATTENTION
To get Kinepolis tickets, after registering your experience voucher, send an email to BongoRKV@smartbox.com and request your codes for the movie tickets. You will then receive an email from Bongo containing two codes.
Go to www.kinepolis.be. Select your Kinepolis theater, movie, and seat. Enter your information, enter your ticket codes in the "barcode" field, and complete the reservation. You will receive an email from Kinepolis containing your tickets.
If I participate in Donordate, will I also receive thank-you or transportation vouchers?
Yes! Donordate is a bonus thank-you gift for donors who provide new donors and is therefore separate from the standard thank-you system. The thank-you and transportation receipts are distributed as usual.
I have a general question about donating.
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Contact us at donoradministratie@rodekruis.be
I want to do something for society and know people myself who need plasma. That it's a fun mother-daughter outing is just a plus.
Dear
New plasma donor