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

447 Wellsian Way, Richland, WA, 99352

(509)946-5001

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 Donor Friend2011-01-19
★★★★★
Phone: 1-800-787-9691 Whole Blood Hours Effective 08/01/10: Monday: 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM Tuesday: CLOSED Wednesday: 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM Thursday: 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM Friday: 8:30 AM - 1:30 PM Saturday: CLOSED Sunday: CLOSED Apheresis Hours: Monday: 6:30 AM - 1:30 PM Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 1:30 PM Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 1:30 PM Thursday: 7:00 AM - 1:30 PM Friday: 7:30 AM - 2:30 PM Saturday: 7:30 AM - 2:30 PM Sunday: 6:30 AM - 1:30 PM * Apheresis donations are by appointment only. Donation Types: Please call for donation types accepted at this facility