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

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♥ VolunteerWhole bloodPower RedPlateletsPlasma

836 Commercial Court, Murfreesboro, TN, 37129

(800)-448-3543

Operator: American Red Cross

★★★★★3 (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.

Blake Stewart2014-09-10
★★★★★
I've been donating blood for a least 5 years now and it's such a great feeling! Being a single parent is hard and I'm so busy - this is how I contribute and give back to the community.
Blood Donation Friend2011-01-10
★★★★★
Phone: 615.893.4272 ext. 105 or 112 Website: http://www.midtnredcross.org/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/American-Red-Cross-Heart-of-Tennessee-Chapter/85228496908 Phone: 615-893-4272 Schedule: Whole Blood Sunday 7a.m. to 12:00noon (only open 1st, 4th _ 5th Sunday of month) Monday 10a.m. to 6p.m. Tuesday Closed Wednesday Closed Thursday 9a.m. to 6p.m. Friday 7a.m. to 12noon Saturday 7a.m. to 12noon Apheresis: Sunday 7a.m. to 12:15p.m. (only open 1st, 4th _ 5th Sunday of month) Monday 10a.m. to 5:45p.m. Tuesday Closed Wednesday Closed Thursday 9a.m. to 4:45p.m. Friday 7a.m. to 12:15p.m. Saturday 7a.m. to 12:15p.m. Donation Types: Whole Blood, Apheresis
Ryttan2009-09-01
★★★★★
Does not give cash for blood/plasma donations.