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

318 S Court St, Florence, AL, 35630-5612

(256)764-2911

Operator: American Red Cross

★★★★★5 (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.

Blood Volunteer2010-10-17
★★★★★
Fax:256-760-9507 www.redcross-nwal.org The Blood Donation are open to the public on a walk-in basis, although scheduled donors are given priority. Proper I.D. must be presented. Remember to eat and rest well before giving blood and drink plenty of water. You can visit and have more infor on blood donations at www.redcross-nwal.org/ or at www.redcrossblood.org.