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

384 East 1300, South Orem, UT, 84057

(801)221-7640

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)

Historical community reviews restored from the original BloodBanker directory.

Blood Donation Advocate2011-01-19
★★★★★
Whole Blood Hours: Monday 8:00AM - 2:00PM Tuesday 1:00PM - 7:00PM Wednesday 1:00PM - 7:00PM Thursday 1:00PM - 7:00PM Friday 8:00AM - 2:00PM Saturday 9:00AM - 2:00PM* Sunday CLOSED Apheresis Hours: Monday 6:45AM - 1:30PM Tuesday 10:45AM - 5:30PM Wednesday 10:45AM - 5:30PM Thursday CLOSED Friday 6:45AM - 1:30PM Saturday 6:30AM - 1:30PM Sunday CLOSED Donation Types: Whole Blood, Platelets. Other services (autologous/ directed) available by appointment only.