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

2674 N Main St, Decatur, IL, 62526-3230

(217)872-1430

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.

Give Blood it Helps2010-10-27
★★★★★
Blood Donation at Decatur, IL. Telephone: (217) 428-7758 Fax: (217) 423-8260 Website: http://www.midillinoisredcross.org/ Twitter: twitter.com/RedCross_Mid_IL Since 1917 the Mid-Illinois Chapter of the American Red Cross has provided Health and Safety and Emergency services to DeWitt, Macon, Moultrie, and Shelby Counties.