Southfield Alphas Kick Off Black History Month with Community Blood Drive at Southfield Public Library on Feb. 2

Southfield Alphas Kick Off Black History Month with Community Blood Drive at Public Library

Sigma Delta Lambda Chapter partners with Red Cross; residents encouraged to donate amid critical need

The Sigma Delta Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. (Southfield Alphas) will launch Black History Month with a community blood drive in partnership with the American Red Cross.

The event will take place at the Southfield Public Library and reflects the fraternity's century-long commitment to leadership, service and civic engagement. Organizers hope to build on the success of past blood drives while helping address the urgent nationwide need for blood donations.

Donations from Black donors are especially important for patients with conditions such as sickle cell disease, where closely matched blood types are often needed. Each pint donated can help save up to three lives.

Event Details

What: Community Blood Drive hosted by the Southfield Alphas and American Red Cross
When: Monday, Feb. 2, 2026
Time: 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Where:
Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road
Southfield, MI 48076

Who Should Attend

All Southfield residents, families and community members are encouraged to participate, along with local leaders supporting public health initiatives and Alpha Phi Alpha members and supporters from across Metro Detroit.

Every two seconds, someone in the United States needs blood, and donations are critically needed to ensure patients receive lifesaving care.

How to Donate

Appointments are encouraged and can be scheduled through the Red Cross:

• Online: RedCrossBlood.org (Sponsor Code: sfldlibrary)

• Phone: 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767)

• Walk-ins will be welcomed as space allows

Residents are invited to begin Black History Month by giving back through this meaningful act of service.