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

1300 28th St S, Great Falls, MT, 59405-5296

(406)727-2212

Operator: American Red Cross

★★★★★3 (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 Donor Angel2010-12-16
★★★★★
Updated Information on how to give blood at American Red Cross in Great Falls, MT. Phone: 406-727-2212 Fax: (406) 452-0965 Facebook: www.facebook.com/pages/American-Red-Cross-of-Montana/20230949506?ref=ts Twitter: MontanaRedCross Website: www.montanaredcross.org
Anonymous Donor2009-05-15
★★★★★
I thought the blood services was at 300 28th S. donor recruitment 1800.448.3543 it would be helpful to have this information available