Can schedule your own appointment

Can schedule your own location

Donate blood at a blood drive! The blood donation process from the time you arrive until the time you leave takes about an hour. The donation itself is only about 8-10 minutes on average.

Steps:

• We’ll sign you in and go over basic eligibility.

• You’ll be asked to show ID, such as your driver’s license.

• You’ll read some information about donating blood.

• We’ll ask you for your complete address. Your address needs to be complete (including PO Box, street/apartment number) and the place where you will receive your mail 8 weeks from donation.

• You’ll answer a few questions about your health history and places you’ve traveled, during a private and confidential interview.

• You’ll tell us about any prescription and/or over the counter medications that may be in your system.

• We’ll check your temperature, pulse, blood pressure and hemoglobin level.

• After donating blood, you’ll have a snack and something to drink in the refreshment area.

• You’ll leave after 10-15 minutes and continue your normal routine.

• Enjoy the feeling of accomplishment knowing you are helping to save lives.

• Take a selfie

For more information visit: https://www.redcrossblood.org/donate-blood/blood-donation-process/donation-process-overview.html

***Note: If you are someone who is was assigned male at birth and have sex with males, the FDA requires the abstinence from sexual activity with males for at least 3 months prior to giving blood. For more information regarding this policy visit: https://www.redcrossblood.org/donate-blood/how-to-donate/eligibility-requirements/lgbtq-donors.html

https://www.redcross.org/give-blood.html