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

2250 Chapel Ave W, Cherry Hill, NJ, 08002-2051

(856)755-0951

Operator: American Red Cross

★★★★★2.3 (3 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 (3)

Historical community reviews restored from the original BloodBanker directory.

Julia Turner2014-05-14
★★★★★
Giving blood has always been my private way of _giving back_ and not expect anything in return.
Jim2010-02-17
★★★★★
A call to the American Red Cross blood bank in CHerry Hill told me that they do not pay for blood plasma any linger, they onl accept volunteer
Jackie2009-03-18
★★★★★
The staff really lacked bedside manner. I ended up getting sick after I gave blood and they didn't even approach me to ask if I was ok. I won't go there again.