Is donating at Oakland Red Cross Blood Bank paid or volunteer?

Oakland Red Cross Blood Bank appears to be a volunteer blood donation site — donations are unpaid and go to patients in need.

What can I donate at Oakland Red Cross Blood Bank?

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.

Oakland Red Cross Blood Bank

Network operating

♥ VolunteerWhole bloodPower RedPlateletsPlasma

6230 Claremont Ave, Oakland, CA, 94620

(510) 594-5131

Operator: American Red Cross

★★★★★4 (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.

Lempi2013-12-04
★★★★★
This center thrives on great volunteers and we'll trained young staff. As one of the few places that trains inexperienced phlebotomists, I am glad that they help people enter the job market. I always have fun when I donate here and the process is smooth.