KINGSTON, Jamaica — The I Have A Heart Foundation (iHAH), in collaboration with Margin to Centre (M2C), has achieved a historic milestone with its largest blood collection to date, potentially saving 228 lives. The 13th Blood Drive, held on September 27, 2025, at Emancipation Park in Kingston, saw 111 registered donors contribute 76 units of blood. The overwhelming turnout temporarily exhausted the National Blood Transfusion Service’s (NBTS) blood bag supply, necessitating an on-site replenishment. This event marks the foundation’s most successful drive and the second highest collection for the NBTS this year. Abi-Gaye Smythe, Founder and Managing Director of iHAH, highlighted the growing community awareness of the critical need for blood donations, emphasizing the foundation’s mission to improve lives “one heart at a time.” Dr. Samantha Johnson, Co-founder of M2C, underscored the collaboration’s alignment with their goal to enhance healthcare access for marginalized women. To date, iHAH has collected 354 units of blood, potentially saving 1,062 lives. In response to the community’s enthusiasm, the foundation is considering rescheduling its next drive to an earlier date in 2026. The event’s success was supported by numerous sponsors, including All Power Limited, Juici Patties, and Wisynco, among others. Smythe expressed profound gratitude to donors, volunteers, and sponsors, noting that each donation represents a life saved and a stronger, more compassionate Jamaica.