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

250 West Brambleton Ave, Norfolk, VA, 23510

(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 Donation Today2011-01-19
★★★★★
Whole Blood - Hours of Operation Wednesday: 2:00 pm - 7:00 pm Apheresis - Available Appointment Times To make an appointment to donate platelets call 757-623-4880 Monday: 6:30 am - 6:30 pm Tuesday: 6:30 am - 6:30 pm Wednesday: 12:30 pm - 6:30 pm Thursday: 12:30 pm - 6:30 pm Friday: 6:30 am - 4:00 pm Saturday: 6:30 am - 2:30 pm Sunday: 6:30 am - 2:30 pm ***Holiday Hours*** Thursday, December 23: 6:30am - 6:30pm Friday, December 24: 6:30am - 3:30pm Saturday, December 25: Closed (Happy Holidays!) Normal hours will resume on Sunday, December 26th. Donation Types: Whole Blood, Apheresis (Platelets)