Is donating at American Red Cross Blood Bank paid or volunteer?

American Red Cross Blood Bank 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 Blood Bank?

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 Blood Bank

Network operating

♥ VolunteerWhole bloodPower RedPlateletsPlasma

226 S Main Street, Goshen, IN, 46526

(800)-448-3543

Operator: American Red Cross

★★★★★3.3 (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.

Taylor Edwards2014-05-14
★★★★★
This year was my first year ever giving blood. I was scared at first but it was all fine in the end. They helped me through it all and as it went on step at a time.
Dan2011-08-03
★★★★★
would like to know more about platelate donation, blood donation _ plasma donation
Blood Donors2010-10-29
★★★★★
Phone: (574) 533-8083 Hours of Operation for blood and platelets donation: Sunday: 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (platelet collection only) Monday _ Friday: 7 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Tuesday _ Wednesday: 11:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. Thursday: 12 noon - 5 p.m. (whole blood only) Saturday: 7 a.m. - 12 noon Donation Types: Whole blood, Platelets Notes: Call the Goshen Donor Center at (574) 533-8083, 1-800-RED CROSS or click the link above to schedule your blood donation appointment.
steve2010-04-25
★★★★★
The red cross does not pay for blood donation!