Donor Requirements
Looking to donate plasma? Here’s everything you need to know to donate at Parachute Plasma Donation Center in Grand Island, Nebraska at 3427 W Capital Ave, Grand Island, NE 68803.
All qualified donors must meet these requirements:
- Ages 18-65
- Weighs over 110 pounds
- No Tattoos, piercings or permanent makeup within the last 4 months
- Valid ID
- Permanent address
- Must be in good health
First Time Donor?
If this is your first time donating plasma, you will need to pass a medical history questionnaire and a physical exam.
Please keep in mind that there are several reasons why a prospective donor may get deferred, or be ineligible to donate because they don’t meet the donor requirements.
A temporary deferral may be due to a recent tattoo or pregnancy, antibiotics, and more. A permanent deferral may be due to a chronic disease or long-term medical condition, such as Hepatitis or HIV.
How To Get Started
To start your plasma donation with Parachute, you must download their mobile app.
In the Parachute app, you’ll be able to schedule appointments, refer friends, and take advantage of monthly challenges.
Walk-ins are not available at any Parachute Plasma donation centers.
What To Bring
- Valid ID (i.e. Drivers license or military ID)
- Social security card or proof of social security number
- Proof of your current address or residency within 125 miles of your Parachute Plasma Plasma Center (Drivers license that lists your current address, mail from the last 60 days, current lease, utility bill, etc)
Preparation Tips
Before donating your plasma, make sure to:
- Drink 4 to 6 eight-ounce glasses of water, fruit juice, or other caffeine-free beverage at least 2 to 3 hours before donating
- Don’t drink alcohol 24 hours before you donate
- Avoid smoking for 2 to 3 hours before donating
- Avoid strenuous activity 1 hour before donating
- Eat a meal with high protein and iron within 2 hours of your donation
- Get a restful night of sleep
- Skip your donation if you’re feeling sick
- Write down all the medications you’re taking to make sure donating plasma is right for you
Other Things To Know
- Your first donation may take up to 3 hours due to the medical and physical screening
- Repeat visits will typically take 60 minutes
- Repeat donors can “level up” and earn more for each donation (more information in the Parachute App)
- You can donate up to 2 times a week
- Refer-a-friend Program available
- Your payment comes in the form of a prepaid, reloadable Visa debit card
