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

American Red Cross Blood Services 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 Services?

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 Services

Network operating

♥ VolunteerWhole bloodPower RedPlateletsPlasma

460 West Oak St., El Dorado, AR, 71730

(800)448-3543

Operator: American Red Cross

★★★★★3.5 (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.

Arianna Morris2014-05-11
★★★★★
American Red Cross consider your partner in providing a safe and adequate blood supply to patients who need it. Make a blood donation now.
Blood Donation Angel2010-10-18
★★★★★
The American Red Cross save lives. When a disaster strikes, the red cross respond with food, shelter and hope. When barriers of distance, language or warfare separate loved ones, they open lines of communication. Blood donation is very important because every two seconds, someone in the needs of blood. The Red Cross collects and distributes nearly half the nation's blood supply. Phone: (870) 863-8196 Fax: (870) 863-8406 Toll Free: (800) 704-8518 To have more information about Blood Donation of American Red Cross Blood Services at Mobile, Alabama you can visit at www.southarkansasredcross.org or www.redcrossblood.org.