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

321 Elm St, Westfield, NJ, 07090-3103

(908)232-7090

Operator: American Red Cross

★★★★★1 (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.

Jenn2012-12-01
★★★★★
How does one give blood to this location...when they have no idea how to?? Where's the hours listed???
tom b2009-03-26
★★★★★
This website does not give info on blood DONATION sites in Westfield including hous and days of accepting DONATIONS of blood.