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

311 Jesse Jewell Pkwy SW # 102, Gainesville, GA, 30501-4342

(770)532-8453

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)

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Blood Donation Guru2010-10-25
★★★★★
Updated Information of blood donation at American Red Cross in Gainesville, GA. Phone: (770) 297-0929 Donation Types: Blood, Platelets Hours: Blood Mon: 12 PM - 7 PM Tues: 12 PM - 7 PM Wed: 12 PM - 7 PM Thurs: 8 AM - 3 PM Fri: 8 AM - 3 PM Platelets Mon: 12 PM - 5:30 PM Tues: 12 PM - 5:30 PM Wed: 12 PM - 5:30 PM Thurs: 8 AM - 1:30 PM Fri: 8 AM - 1:30 PM Sat: 8 AM - 1:30 PM