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

791 E. 83rd Ave, Merrillville, IN, 46410

(800)-448-3543

Operator: American Red Cross

★★★★★3 (1 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 (1)

Historical community reviews restored from the original BloodBanker directory.

Blood Donor Friend2010-10-29
★★★★★
The American Red Cross of Northwest Indiana is a private, nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization that provides emergency services and emergency response training throughout Northwest Indiana in Lake, Jasper, and Newton Counties. The American Red Cross of Northwest Indiana receives no government grants and relies upon the generosity of the people, churches and religious groups, community organizations, corporations, local businesses, and service clubs throughout Northwest Indiana for all of the funding. They are accepting blood donation to save lives. Telephone: 219-756-5360 Fax: 219-756-5371 www.nwindiana-redcross.org