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

1511 S Providence Rd, Columbia, MO, 65203-3535

(573)449-2656

Operator: American Red Cross

★★★★★4 (2 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 (2)

Historical community reviews restored from the original BloodBanker directory.

Blood Donor2010-12-15
★★★★★
Additional Information on giving blood at American Red Cross in Columbia, MO. Phone: 1-800-RED CROSS or 800-733-2767 Hours of Operation: Whole Blood Hours: Monday 11:30 AM-6:30PM Tuesday 7:30 AM-2:30PM Wednesday 11:30AM-6:30PM Thursday 11:30AM-6:30PM Friday 7:30AM-2:30 PM Saturday 7:30AM-2:30PM Sunday CLOSED Apheresis Hours: Monday 11:00AM-6:00PM Tuesday 7:00AM- 2:30PM Wednesday 11:00AM-6:00PM Thursday 11:00AM-6:00PM Friday 7:00AM-2:30PM Saturday 7:00AM-2:30PM Sunday 7:00AM-10:30AM Donation Types: Whole Blood, Apheresis
chester gurke2009-02-14
★★★★★
fast service and very nice people