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

2217 Princess Anne St # 104a, Fredericksburg, VA, 22401-3353

(540)373-0755

Operator: American Red Cross

★★★★★3 (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.

Blood Donor Friend2011-01-19
★★★★★
Address: 4836 Southpoint Parkway (Near Cracker Barrel _ Chick-fil-A) Fredericksburg, VA 22407 Phone: 1-800-RED CROSS (800-733-2767) Hours: 2nd Monday of Each Month: 2:00 pm - 7:00 pm Wednesday: 1:00 pm - 7:00 pm Friday: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Donation Types: Whole Blood Notes: Charlottesville Donation Site Holiday Inn 1901 Emmet Street Charlottesville, VA 22901 434-295-5433 Thursday: 1:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Anonymous Donor2010-10-25
★★★★★
This address is no longer valid. They are now on South point Pkwy across from the cracker barrel of the massaponax exit!