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

Network operating

♥ VolunteerWhole bloodPower RedPlateletsPlasma

850 N Franklin Blvd, Pleasantville, NJ, 08232-1405

(609)646-7006

Operator: American Red Cross

★★★★★4 (2 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 (2)

Historical community reviews restored from the original BloodBanker directory.

Blood Donation Angel2011-01-06
★★★★★
Website: www.accredcross.org Phone: 1-800-RED CROSS(1-800-733-2767) Hours: Thursday 12:00pm - 7:00pm (whole blood) Saturday 7:00am - 2:00pm (whole blood) Donation Types: whole blood
Laura Sikking2008-06-07
★★★★★
This establishment is clean and the people who volunteer and work at this location are friendly and very helpful. Even if your scared of giving blood and act like a baby when your 26 they dont care they are very nice!