Plasma Donation

Students, Teachers and everyone else…come one come all and help out the world and get paid…sweet deal huh! Yes there is a great plasma donation center where you can sell your blood right in Iowa City, near the University of Iowa (UofI) campus. Give blood, its a great feeling to know your helping.

Here is the address:

408 South Gilbert St.
Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 351-7939

Hours of Operation:

Monday 6:00am - 7:30pm
Tuesday 6:00am - 7:30pm
Wednesday 6:00am - 7:30pm
Thursday 6:00am - 7:30pm
Friday 9:00am - 6:00pm
Saturday 8:00am - 2:00pm
Sunday Closed

Call for more information on how to get accepted into this program. Here is some of the general info:

AGE: Minimum 18 years. Maximum 59 years.
WEIGHT: At least 110 pounds
IDENTIFICATION: You must provide one or more forms of identification that includes the following information: a photo, a signature, date of birth, and social security number. Some examples of acceptable identification would be: social security card, driver’s license, valid passport, certified birth certificate, ID card issued by the government agency or other entity (e.g., US military ID card, school, employment, state, etc.), or permanent residence card issued by CIS.
ADDRESS: You must provide proof of a permanent local address within a 125-mile* radius of the facility in which you would like to donate. This proof may be in the form of a current and valid drivers license listing your physical address, a signed lease agreement between you and your current landlord, or a utility bill or other items mailed through the United States Postal Service (USPS), so long as the postmark is dated within the last 60 days. *Exception to the 125-mile radius is as follows: College students and military personnel, and donors participating in a specific antibody collection program (e.g., Red Blood Cell donor or recipient).
GOOD HEALTH: You must be in good health and feel well the day you present to donate.
DIET/NUTRITION: Proper food and adequate fluid intake are essential items to a successful donation.