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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2731 N 1st St, San Jose, CA, 95134-2051

(408)577-1000

Operator: American Red Cross

★★★★★3 (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 Donor Angel2010-10-22
★★★★★
Updated Information on blood donation at American Red Cross in San Jose, CA. Phone: 1-877-727-6771 Twitter Account: twitter.com/SV_RedCross Facebook Account: www.facebook.com/redcross.siliconvalley Website: www.siliconvalley-redcross.org You can help by donating Blood, as the Red Cross Blood centers are experiencing an increase in the need for blood products from bay area hospitals, especially the trauma hospitals in close proximity to San Bruno. To make a blood donation appointment, please visit www.redcrossblood.org.