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

1511 South Providence Road, Columbia, IL, 62236

(800) 448-3543

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 Angel2010-10-27
★★★★★
Address: 1511 S. Providence Road Columbia, MO 65203 Phone: 1-800-RED CROSS Hours of Operation: Whole Blood Hours: Monday 11:30 AM - 6:30 PM Tuesday 7:30 AM - 2:30 PM Wednesday 11:30 AM - 6:30 PM Thursday 11:30 AM - 6:30 PM Friday 7:30 AM - 2:30 PM Saturday 7:30 AM - 2:30 PM Sunday CLOSED Apheresis Hours: Monday 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM Monday 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM Wednesday 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM Thursday 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM Friday 7:00 AM - 2:30 PM Saturday 7:00 AM - 2:30 PM Sunday 7:00 AM - 10:30 AM Donation Types: Whole Blood, Apheresis