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

133 Friendship Circle, Beaver, PA, 15009

(724)775-9700

Operator: American Red Cross

★★★★★3 (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)

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Blood Donation Advocate2011-01-09
★★★★★
Additional Information on blood donation at American Red Cross in Beaver, PA. Tel: 724-709-6216 Website: www.swpa.redcross.org/Beaver_Lawrence.php Schedule: Mondays 1 to 7 pm; Fridays 9 am to 3 pm (WB) 1-800 RED CROSS to schedule Platelet Donations are by appointment only - call 1-800-999-2566 to schedule Donation Types: Whole Blood and Platelet by appt