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

2530 University Ave, Waterloo, IA, 50701-3387

(319)234-6831

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 Angel2010-10-26
★★★★★
Updated Schedule of blood donation at American Red Cross at Dubuque, Iowa. Phone: 1-800-RED CROSS Hours: Whole Blood - Monday: 1 p.m. - 6 p.m. Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 1 p.m. - 6 p.m. Thursday: 1 p.m. - 6 p.m. Friday: 7 a.m. - 12 noon Saturday: 8 a.m. - 12 noon Sunday: Closed Apheresis - Monday: 12:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 12:30 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. Thursday: 7 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. Friday: 7 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Saturday: 7 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Sunday: Closed Donation Types: Whole Blood _ Platelets