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, so 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

1600 W 3rd St, Bloomington, IN, 47404-5026

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(812)331-1300

Operator: American Red Cross

★★★★★3 (2 reviews)

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Appointments: Online scheduling via American Red Cross
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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 Advocate2010-10-28
★★★★★
Phone: 1-800-RED CROSS Updated Schedule of blood donation at American Red Cross in Bloomington, Indiana. Whole Blood Hours of Operation Monday: Noon - 7 p.m. Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Thursday: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Friday: 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. Saturday: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Sunday: Closed Donation Types: Whole Blood
ABC2009-12-14
★★★★★
Staff were chatting and made me wait 40 minutes before interacting with me even though I had an appointment. All through the process I felt that I was interfering with their social time. Facility if very nice.