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

2143 Roswell Rd, Marietta, GA, 30062-3814

(770)578-1977

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 Today2010-10-26
★★★★★
Address: 2145 Roswell Road Ste 250 Marietta, GA 30062 Updated Schedule of blood donation at American Red Cross at Marietta, GA. Hours: Blood Sun: 7 AM - 3 PM Mon: 7 AM - 7 PM Tues: 7 AM - 7 PM Wed: 12 PM - 7 PM Thurs: 12 PM - 7 PM Fri: 7 AM - 7 PM Sat: 7 AM - 3 PM Platelets Sun: 7 AM - 12 PM Mon: 7 AM - 6 PM Tues: 7 AM - 6 PM Wed: 12 PM - 5 PM Thurs: 12 PM - 5 PM Fri: 7 AM - 6 PM Sat: 7 AM - 12 PM Donation Types: Blood, Platelets
Anonymous Donor2009-05-01
★★★★★
This place does not give money when you donate. They never heard of recieving money for doing it!!