Objective To investigate the status of blood donation in Shanghai streets,understanding the motivation of the donors for blood donation and how many times they had donate their blood.Here,we intend to improve work efficiency in order to better serve the blood donators and to provide a theoretical basis.Methods To gain insight into the understanding and attitude of citizens for blood donation,we analyzed the volunteer blood donors in 387 vehicles and 436 outdoor pre mobilization object by six months,questionnaire in blood collection vehicle or at scene etc.Results The survey specifically reflected the understanding,attitude and motivation of citizens and foreign workers for blood donation in Shanghai.Conclusion There existed many problems such as wrong recognition,diversified motivation among many citizens for blood donation.More publicity and education for the knowledge of blood donation are needed and it plays significant and longlasting role for blood donation.