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

Verified active

♥ VolunteerWhole bloodPower RedPlateletsPlasma

852 W Hill Field Rd, Layton, UT, 84041-2239

(801)444-7368

Operator: American Red Cross

★★★★★4.3 (4 reviews)

Schedule a donation →

via American Red Cross

Get directions →

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)).

Check if you're eligible →See who your blood type helps →

Donor reviews (4)

Historical community reviews restored from the original BloodBanker directory.

Nola2011-08-01
★★★★★
I've been donating regularly at the Layton center for several years. They have always been fast _ friendly.
Blood Donor2011-01-19
★★★★★
Phone: 1-800-RED CROSS (800-733-2767) Hours: Whole Blood Hours: Monday 8:00AM - 2:00PM Tuesday 1:00PM - 7:00PM Wednesday 1:00PM - 7:00PM Thursday 8:00AM - 2:00PM Friday 8:00AM - 2:00PM Saturday 9:00AM - 2:00PM* Sunday CLOSED * Alternating Saturdays. Please call the donor center for more information.
Sara2010-01-11
★★★★★
I have donated at this location a few times and every time they were very nice and did things very quickly and professionally.
Anonymous Donor2009-07-07
★★★★★
My friend donated here, and i was surprised how quick they were. The workers were really sweet about everything.