When Andrew Boyer’s young son, Drew, was diagnosed with cancer, their world changed overnight. Through every treatment and every challenge, blood donors play a vital role in a cancer patient’s fight.

Today, Andrew shares their family’s journey — a story of courage, community, and the lifesaving power of blood donation. Every pint given makes a difference for families just like theirs.

SunCoast Blood Centers plays a vital role in supporting cancer patients by providing essential blood products—especially platelets—that are critical for those undergoing cancer treatments such as chemotherapy or surgery.

Platelets collected by SunCoast are used directly for patients fighting cancer, helping them recover from treatments and improving their chances of survival. SunCoast is a key blood supplier for several hospitals across Southwest Florida, including major healthcare providers like Sarasota Memorial Health Care System, Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital, HCA Florida Sarasota Doctor’s Hospital, HCA Florida Englewood Hospital, HCA Florida Fawcett, and others within Manatee, Sarasota, Charlotte, and DeSoto counties.

Additionally, SunCoast partners closely with advanced cancer centers such as Moffitt Cancer Center and Florida Cancer Specialists, ensuring a steady and safe local blood supply for some of the region’s top cancer care facilities.

Through these partnerships, SunCoast not only supplies blood but also participates in cancer research, innovative therapies (like mononuclear cellular therapy for late-stage prostate cancer), and direct patient care, making a meaningful impact in the fight against cancer in the community.

💗 You can be the reason someone’s story continues. Donate blood today with SunCoast Blood Centers and give hope to patients in need at suncoastblood.org.