Is donating at American Red Cross-Blood Center paid or volunteer?

American Red Cross-Blood Center 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 Center?

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 Center

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♥ VolunteerWhole bloodPower RedPlateletsPlasma

3525 Atlanta Hwy, Athens, GA, 30606-3152

(706)543-8656

Operator: American Red Cross

★★★★★2.7 (3 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 (3)

Historical community reviews restored from the original BloodBanker directory.

Blood Donor Friend2010-10-25
★★★★★
Updated Schedule of blood donation at American Red Cross-Blood Center in Athens, GA. Phone: (706) 543-8656 Hours: Blood Mon: 12PM - 7PM Tues: 12PM - 7PM Wed: 12PM - 7PM Thurs: 8AM - 3PM Fri: 8AM - 3PM Sat: 8AM - 3PM Platelets Mon: 12 PM - 7 PM Tues: 12 PM - 7 PM Wed: 12 PM - 7 PM Thurs: 8 AM - 3 PM Fri: 8 AM - 3 PM Sat: 8 AM - 3 PM Donation Types: Blood, Platelets
Laura2009-02-02
★★★★★
Very friendly. I've donated many times and have always had a good experience. Sometimes there can be a bit of a wait when they are busy. Make an appointment! I would rate them above many other centers I've gone to.
HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT2008-10-01
★★★★★
BLOWED BLOOD VEIN, LOTS OF PAIN,KNOT IN ARM, CANT STRAIGHTEN.BLOOD DRIVE AT SCHOOL