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

100 Edgewood Rd, Asheville, NC, 28804-3597

(828)258-3888

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 Donation Volunteer2011-01-05
★★★★★
Additional Information of American Red Cross in Asheville, NC. Fax: 828-258-1785 Hours Schedule: Blood Mon: 12:30PM-5:30PM Tues: 3PM-7:30PM Wed: 9AM-1:30PM Thurs: 2PM-7PM Sat: 9AM-2:30PM(1st Sat. of the month) Platelets Mon: 8:30AM-5:30PM Tues: 9AM-6PM Thurs: 8:30AM-5:30PM Fri: 7AM-4PM Sat: 8AM-2:30PM Sun: 8AM-2:30PM Donation Types: Blood, Platelets
chelsey2009-01-29
★★★★★
i think what the american red cross is doing for people across the world is amazing. thank you to everyone who donates thier time to this cause.