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

Network operating

♥ VolunteerWhole bloodPower RedPlateletsPlasma

1838 E Workman Ave, Covina, CA, 91723

(626)331-8266

Operator: American Red Cross

★★★★★3 (4 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 (4)

Historical community reviews restored from the original BloodBanker directory.

Scarlett Diaz2014-05-13
★★★★★
You can help by giving a blood or hosting a blood drive. Find the nearest blood donation center in your area and make an appointment.
Blood Advocate2010-10-21
★★★★★
Updated Address: American Red Cross 1838 E. Workman Avenue West Covina, CA 91791 (626) 331-8266 Disaster Assistance, CPR and First Aid Classes, education in how to prevent a disaster. Services are free. Monday-Friday 8:30am- 5pm.
DW2009-05-14
★★★★★
Not yet a donor, but this ones phone # is disconnected.
Thomas Alcott2008-06-03
★★★★★
i didn't actually donate blood yet or anything i tried to call the location for which you guyes have listed for the covina area and the number is disconnected