As hospitals across Southern California continue to face a critical need for pediatric blood donations, AEG’s LA Kings partnered with Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) throughout January to raise awareness and encourage lifesaving donations as part of National Blood Donor Month.
The month‑long initiative took place at select LA Kings home games, where fans were invited to roll up their sleeves and help address an ongoing shortage of blood products used to treat children with cancer, chronic illnesses, and traumatic injuries. Each blood donation had the potential to help save the lives of up to two children receiving care at CHLA.
To thank participants, donors received one complimentary ticket to a select LA Kings home game in January, while appointments were encouraged to ensure a safe and efficient donation process.
“National Blood Donor Month is an important opportunity to highlight how vital blood donations are, especially for children facing serious medical conditions,” said Amanda Apel, Senior Director of Community Relations for the LA Kings. “By partnering with Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, we were proud to raise awareness and give our fans an easy way to make a meaningful impact off the ice.”
By the end of January, the initiative collected 98 units of blood, with the potential to help save the lives of up to 200 pediatric patients at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles.
Children’s Hospital Los Angeles is a global leader in pediatric medicine, providing specialized care to children from across Southern California and beyond. Founded in 1901, CHLA is the largest pediatric hospital in Los Angeles County and is consistently ranked among the nation’s top children’s hospitals by U.S. News & World Report.
The partnership reflects the LA Kings’ broader commitment to community health through the Kings Care Foundation, which supports programs focused on youth health, education, and wellness across Greater Los Angeles. Initiatives like National Blood Donor Month underscore the organization’s ongoing effort to drive measurable impact beyond the rink and strengthen the communities it serves.
