Mothers' Milk Bank California is implementing strategic measures to maintain breast milk donation levels during the summer months when scheduling conflicts typically reduce contributions. The organization has announced free, flexible milk pick-up services and Saturday screening appointments available from June 21 through August 15, 2025, specifically serving San Mateo, Santa Clara, and Alameda Counties. This initiative directly addresses the seasonal dip in donations that occurs as families engage in summer activities and travel, while the demand for donor milk for medically fragile babies, particularly those in neonatal intensive care units, remains constant year-round.
The new service allows donors to schedule contactless milk pick-ups from their homes Monday through Friday, eliminating transportation barriers and making donation more convenient during busy summer schedules. For potential donors who are new to the process and cannot attend screenings during standard weekday hours, Saturday appointments are now available and can be conducted via phone or virtual platforms. This expanded accessibility is designed to recruit and retain donors during a period when donations traditionally decline, ensuring hospitals and families continue receiving this critical nutritional resource.
Beyond scheduling accommodations, Mothers' Milk Bank California is addressing additional barriers to donation through professional medical interpretation services available in over 200 languages. This commitment to language access ensures equitable participation opportunities across diverse communities. The organization provides comprehensive support to donors, including all necessary packing materials and detailed instructions, facilitating a safe and contactless donation process that prioritizes both donor convenience and milk safety.
As a founding member of the Human Milk Banking Association of North America, Mothers' Milk Bank California has played a pivotal role in establishing standards for nonprofit milk banking across the continent. For fifty years, the organization has specialized in collecting, pasteurizing, and distributing safe human milk to hospitals and families, with particular focus on supporting medically fragile infants. This summer's expanded services represent a continuation of that mission, strategically addressing seasonal challenges in milk banking while maintaining the consistent supply vulnerable infants require for optimal health outcomes.
