Is donating at American Red Cross paid or volunteer?

American Red Cross appears to be a volunteer blood donation site — donations are unpaid and go to patients in need.

What can I donate at American Red Cross?

Based on the operator, this center collects whole blood, power red (double red cells), platelets, plasma. Availability can vary — confirm with the center.

Do I need an appointment to donate?

Many centers prefer or require an appointment. You can usually schedule through American Red Cross.

American Red Cross

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♥ VolunteerWhole bloodPower RedPlateletsPlasma

5015 Woods Crossing Dr, Montgomery, AL, 36106-3623

(334)260-3980

Operator: American Red Cross

★★★★★5 (1 reviews)

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Before you go

✅ Bring a photo ID and a list of any medications.
💧 Hydrate well and eat iron-rich food beforehand.
😴 Get a good night's sleep; avoid heavy exercise right after.
🕒 Set aside about an hour (about 1 hour (10 min in the chair)).

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Donor reviews (1)

Historical community reviews restored from the original BloodBanker directory.

Blood Donors2010-10-18
★★★★★
The American Red Cross, a humanitarian organization led by volunteers and guided by its congresssional charter and the Fundamental principles of the International Red Cross Movement, will provide relief to victims of disaster and help people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies. Giving blood is a safe process, is easy and takes about an hour. Anyone at least 17 years of age, weighing 110 pounds or more and feeling in good health may be eligible to donate blood. Fax: (334) 260-4070 Facebook Account: www.facebook.com/people/MontgomeryRed-Cross/1516331460 To have more information about Blood Donation of American Red Cross Blood Services at Montgomery, Alabama you can visit at www.montgomeryarc.org or www.redcrossblood.org.