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, so 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

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17800 Newhope Avenue, Suite A, Fountain Valley, CA, 92708-5429

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(800)-448-3543

Operator: American Red Cross

★★★★★4 (5 reviews)

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Appointments: Online scheduling via American Red Cross
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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 (5)

Historical community reviews restored from the original BloodBanker directory.

Alaina Martinez2014-05-13
★★★★★
American Red Cross is very concerned on the good health and making blood donation a positive experience. If you 17 years old and weighing at least 110 pounds then you are eligible to donate blood.
Blood Donation Guru2010-10-21
★★★★★
Updated Information about American Red Cross Blood Services in Fountain Valle, CA. Phone: 1-800-RED CROSS (800-733-2767) Whole Blood Hours: Monday - 12:00PM - 7:0PM Tuesday - 12:00PM - 7:00PM Wednesday - 12:00PM - 7:00PM Thursday - 10:30AM - 5:30PM Friday - 7:00AM - 2:00PM Saturday - 7:00AM - 2:00PM Sunday - CLOSED
NLokker2009-12-08
★★★★★
This is my go to blood bank where I'm a regular. I've donated at a few different ones because of drives or just being in the area. This one I find has the best and most cheerful nurses.
John2009-09-14
★★★★★
I have been donating regularly there for the past 2 years. The staff has been very friendly and are quite efficient. I am now considering also donating platelets every 2 weeks.
Kevin2009-08-28
★★★★★
I've been twice and found the staff and the facility to be first-rate.