In the region of Occitanie, 21,000 units of plasma still need to be collected during the last quarter of 2026 to meet the needs of patients. To address this challenge, the Confrérie des restaurateurs de métier du Gard, a group of professional chefs and restaurateurs from the Gard department, is partnering with the French Blood Establishment (EFS) from October 12 to 16 to encourage the public to donate. This period is particularly important for the EFS, as the monthly average of plasma donations in Occitanie remains below the required level. Each month, about 1,000 plasma units are missing, partly due to a slow-growing donor base and limited public awareness of the importance of plasma donation. Plasma is a component of blood that is used to create life-saving treatments for patients with chronic conditions, such as those requiring albumin, immunoglobulins, or clotting proteins. The demand for plasma has been increasing due to factors like an aging population, the rise in chronic diseases, advancements in medical treatments, and improved diagnosis of autoimmune conditions. In France, plasma donations are not yet sufficient to meet the needs of all patients, with demand expected to grow by about 8% annually. In Nîmes, the Confrérie des restaurateurs de métier du Gard is organizing a special event to encourage more people to donate. From October 12 to 16, donors will be able to enjoy gourmet snacks prepared by local chefs and restaurateurs, including Vincent Croizard of Maison Croizard in Nîmes, Gilles Granier of L'Auberge Cigaloise in Saint-Hippolyte-du-Fort, Lionel Wrazen, a private chef, Grégory Miano of restaurant Lou Brigandas in Saint-Dionisy, and Cédric Gadille, another private chef. This initiative aims to make the donation process more appealing and to highlight the importance of plasma donation in supporting patients. Plasma and blood donations in Nîmes can be made at the Maison du don in Nîmes or at the Nîmes University Hospital – Carémeau. Donation hours are Monday: 10:00 AM to 1:30 PM and 2:30 PM to 6:15 PM; Tuesday through Friday: 9:00 AM to 1:30 PM and 2:30 PM to 6:15 PM; and on the second and fourth Saturdays of the month: 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM. Plasma donations require an appointment at the Maison du don. The collaboration with local chefs runs from October 12 to 16, aiming to boost participation and ensure the collection of the needed plasma units.