we save lives by making transfusion possible. carter bloodcare is the primary provider of blood components and transfusion services for approximately 300 texas health care facilities. these facilities include our region's children's hospitals, central trauma centers, major cancer centers, and transplant centers. carter bloodcare is guided by the philosophy that community blood donations should benefit community patients, and that blood centers must be responsive to the community that supports them. carter bloodcare's board of directors is made of local leaders, including medical professionals, hospital administrators, business and civic leaders. our highest priority is meeting the needs of the community.