Is donating at American Red Cross - Gulf Coast Region paid or volunteer?

American Red Cross - Gulf Coast Region 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 - Gulf Coast Region?

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 - Gulf Coast Region

Network operating

♥ VolunteerWhole bloodPower RedPlateletsPlasma

853 Dauphin Street, Mobile, AL, 36602

(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 Guru2010-10-18
★★★★★
Alabama Gulf Coast chapter has been upholding the American Red Cross mission of providing relief to victims of disaster and helping people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies in Mobile, Baldwin, Clarke, Monroe, and West Escambia Counties. The American Red Cross is a volunteer organization supported by the donations of the people in the community. The Alabama Gulf Coast Chapter is a United Way Agency. Facebook Account: www.facebook.com/RedCrossALCoast Blood Donation is a simple and very safe procedure so there is nothing to worry about.