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

32 N Prospect St, Burlington, VT, 05401-3338

(802)658-6400

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 Donation Friend2011-01-19
★★★★★
Address: 32 North Prospect Street Burlington, VT 05401 Hours of Operation: Whole Blood Hours: Monday through Friday - 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Saturday - 7:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Platelet Donation Times: (Please call to schedule a platelet donation appointment at 1-800-843-3500 x3643) Monday and Tuesday: 11:00 a.m., 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. Wednesday: 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday: 6:30 a.m., 9:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Sunday: 6:30 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. Donation Types: Whole blood, double red cell and platelets
Averill2009-04-07
★★★★★
this is a great place to igve blood, but be warned--they don't pay for plasma.