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

31150 Haggerty Rd, Farmington Hills, MI, 48331-5803

(248)788-1395

Operator: American Red Cross

★★★★★3 (3 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 (3)

Historical community reviews restored from the original BloodBanker directory.

Sadie Roberts2014-05-14
★★★★★
I absolutely love donating blood! I started my Jr. year in high school and continued on after I graduated.
Blood Donor2010-12-10
★★★★★
Additional Information of American Red Cross in Farmington Hills, MI. Phone: 1-800-RED CROSS Hours of Operation: Monday 1:00PM-7:00PM Tuesday CLOSED Wednesday CLOSED Thursday 1:00PM-7:00PM Friday CLOSED Saturday 8:00AM-2:00PM Sunday CLOSED Donation Types: Whole Blood, Double Red
Anonymous Donor2009-08-27
★★★★★
Does not do plasma donation.