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

6616 S 900 E, Salt Lake City, UT, 84121-2492

(801)892-4000

Operator: American Red Cross

★★★★★3.6 (5 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 (5)

Historical community reviews restored from the original BloodBanker directory.

Ruby Phillips2014-05-14
★★★★★
I started donating blood because it is the right thing to do. It only costs a few minutes of your time and the value is priceless to someone in need. I'm O negative and give as often as my schedule permits.
chris katzenberger2012-06-11
★★★★★
People always nice. They remember your name. I always need a heating pad, blanket and hand warmers. They really care for you.
John Doe2011-05-17
★★★★★
They don't pay for your plasma!
Give Blood it Helps2011-01-19
★★★★★
Phone: 1-800-RED CROSS or 801-892-4000 Schedule: 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 6:30AM - 6:00PM Tuesday 11:00AM - 6:00PM Wednesday 11:00AM - 6:00PM Thursday 11:00AM - 5:45PM Friday 7:00AM - 2:00PM Saturday 6:30AM - 1:30PM Sunday 6:45AM - 10:30AM* Donation Types: Whole Blood, Double Red Cells, Platelets. Other services (autologous/ directed) available by appointment only.
Forrest2008-04-24
★★★★★
CLean, Large Facility of the Red Cross. Very nice place to donate at!