United Blood Services Central Coast has launched its annual Heart to Heart Blood Drive to encourage donations. As a special thank-you, donors will receive a 4-ounce box of See’s chocolates. 

Donations may be made Monday through Friday at UBS Center in Ventura at 2223 Eastman or at any number of blood drives throughout the region. Appointments are appreciated, but not necessary.

To make an appointment, go to www.Blood4Life.org, click on the “Donate Blood” tab and type in the local ZIP code for a list of drives