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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313 East Battlefield, Suite B, Springfield, MO, 65807

(417)823-4000

Operator: American Red Cross

★★★★★4 (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)

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Blood Donation Friend2010-12-15
★★★★★
Additional Information on giving blood American Red Cross in Springfield, MO. Phone: 1-800-RED CROSS Hours: Whole Blood Donor Hours: Monday and Wednesday: 12:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Friday and 1st Saturday of every month: 7:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Double Red Cell Appointment Times (Call 1-800-GIVE-LIFE to make an appointment) Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday: 1:15 p.m. / 2:15 p.m. / 4:15 p.m. / 6:15 p.m. Thursday: Closed Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 8:45 a.m. / 10:45 a.m. / 11:45 a.m. / 1:15 p.m Apheresis Hours: (Please call to schedule a platelet donation appointment at 1-413-785-0931 or email apheresisdonorma@usa.redcross.org ) Monday-Wednesday: 12:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Thursday: Closed Friday-Sunday: 7:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Donation Types: Whole Blood, Double Red Cell and Platelets