Grifols Talecris Plasma Donation Center Moorhead, MN

Grifols Talecris Plasma Donation Center Moorhead, MN

Reviews Summary

Most reviews praise the friendly, professional staff and efficient service, with many highlighting quick processes and clean facilities. Several mention positive experiences with phlebotomists and appreciate the caring atmosphere. However, some criticize long wait times, inconsistent appointment management, and occasional unprofessional behavior. A few express frustration with policy changes like BMI adjustments. While many donors are loyal and highly satisfied, others report negative experiences with delays, poor organization, or inadequate attention to donors. The overall sentiment leans positive, but recurring issues with wait times and staff responsiveness are noted.

About This Listing

Ages 18-69
In order to donate plasma at Grifols Talecris Plasma Donation Center Moorhead, MN, you should make an appointment.

Who Can Donate?

Likely aged between 18 and 65 (some centers may allow up to 69 or older)
Weigh at least 110 pounds (requirements may vary slightly)
In general good health, as determined by a health screening
No tattoos, piercings, or permanent makeup within the past 4–12 months (timeframes may vary)
Provide a valid government-issued photo ID
Provide proof of a permanent address (requirements may differ)

*Note: Eligibility criteria may vary by center. Check with your local facility for specifics.*

First-Time Donors

First-time donors will typically need to complete a medical history questionnaire and undergo a brief physical exam, which may include vital signs and blood tests. Some individuals may be temporarily or permanently deferred from donating based on health or other factors.

Common Reasons for Deferral:

Temporary Recent tattoo or piercing, recent pregnancy, certain medications (e.g., antibiotics), or recent illness
Permanent Certain chronic health conditions, such as Hepatitis or HIV

*Note: Deferral policies vary by center. Confirm with your local facility.*

What to Bring

Valid photo ID (e.g., driver’s license, passport, or military ID)
Proof of Social Security Number (e.g., Social Security card or tax document)
Proof of current address (e.g., utility bill, lease agreement, or official mail dated within the last 60 days)

*Note: Documentation requirements may differ by center.*

Preparing for Your Donation

Drink plenty of water or caffeine-free fluids (e.g., 4–6 glasses) 2–3 hours before donating
Eat a balanced, iron-rich meal within a few hours of your visit
Avoid alcohol for at least 24 hours prior
Refrain from smoking 2–3 hours before your appointment
Avoid intense exercise for at least an hour before donating
Get adequate sleep the night before
Bring a list of any medications you’re currently taking
Postpone your visit if you’re feeling unwell

*Note: Preparation guidelines may vary by center.*

How to Get Started

Many centers allow walk-ins, but some may require appointments. Check with your local center.

Other Helpful Info

First visits may take around 1.5–2.5 hours due to the screening process
Repeat donations typically take 45–90 minutes
You may donate plasma up to twice per week, with at least 48 hours between donations (frequency may vary)
Some centers may offer a refer-a-friend program with incentives
Compensation, if offered, may be provided via cash, prepaid debit cards, or other methods (varies by center)

*Note: Policies, compensation, and procedures differ by center. Contact your local facility for details.*

Features

Ages 18-69
In order to donate plasma at Grifols Talecris Plasma Donation Center Moorhead, MN, you should make an appointment.

Contact Information

Address

Ste 140, Moorhead

Moorhead, Minnesota 56560

Customer Reviews

I love Grifols. Every time I am here the staff are so friendly and kind. I especially love Kal, she does my pokes perfect every time. Jennifer always remembers things I tell her and makes me experience very personal. She's so fun to talk with. Jackie is amazing as well. I love Joe?s trivia he has every time. Hannah is also so lovely. Honestly they are all amazing. Going to be sad when I move and have to find a new plasma center because the staff is so welcoming

Cut me off from the kiosk after coming up there to donate. Me and another guy and I was 75% of way done w my kiosk. Chris the manager sucks for that. Thanks for wasting my time. I donate 2x a week for past 10 yrs. Yup Me again. Sat an hour waiting to get into a bed. And when I did finally get in one I continue to wait. And watch the two workers (the bigger gal, and Jackie) I think it was really irregular to have me sitting like I did and still continue to wait 20 min to even be approached. Idk her name bu

The staff are always kind and caring with donors, even when they are overflowing with donors, they try their best to keep the queue moving and they work together to figure it out. Angie, Kal, Nikki, Jackie, Katie, and Donna are awesome. So much better here than at my old Grifols donation center, the workers actually talk to their donors and act as if they care, and I appreciate that.

I set a new donor appointment for 3pm at 3:45 I asked how much longer before I get called back and I'm met with terrible attitude stating that they only have one nurse and it could be up to another hour. I set time up to donate and I only have so much time set aside. I wasted an hour sitting in that lobby watching as a half dozen people who were obviously high on meth walk in and go straight back to donate. I am embarrassed that I even went in that building with all the homeless and addicts sitting around t

One of the worst places to give. Not sure why you even schedule an appointment. I often wait upwards of 20 yo 30mons after my appt time before the process even starts. Matter of a fact that is exactly whats happening now. Multiple employees standing around talking while 1 woman has to check in a lobby with 7 people waiting.

Bre is an amazing lady. She is so professional and has a amazing sense of humor. She just loves ti smile and does anything she can to help you be comfortable and see you smile.

Had a horrible experience on Sat, Dec 21. I specifically asked for Jackie to poke me and I would've waited for any length of time to an I stated such. But Dan jumped in, someone who has NEVER poked me before, and AGAIN I asked for Jackie. But he insisted. When it went wrong and I began to bleed, Mike came & made it worse. My R arm was horribly bruised. In the end, I could not get my blood returned. Now I am deferred until Feb of 2025. Dan was incredibly rude because "his feelings were hurt." I am fed up wit

The staff is great and nice, however, wait times are a lot longer than BioLife, not to mention the music. I have never heard such horrendous music in my life. They play it super loud and not a single song did I even recognize, nor did they sound good. I swear they're trying to annoy either the donors or the workers because boy I've never had a worse headache from dogshit music I've listened to in my entire life, at least turn it down. If I ever do decide to return again, I'm bringing headphones. Do better G

no cellular so brink a book to read if your bored outta your mind and don't want to look too hard, while other peps zonked out on the

Waited for an hour to get screened, with only 3 people seen in that time. and still had about another hour wait before I would get seen so just left since I still had 3 more people infront of me to be seen first. Please fix your appointments so people are not waiting forever. When you get in everything is fine but the wait times are getting out of hand again.

I've been a donor at Talecris for 5+ years! The staff are always more than personable, very kind, and a joy to be around. I never have any issues with my sticks, the phlebotomists are very good at what they do here! ?? I definitely recommend everyone who's interested in donating to come to Talecris!

Staff was very professional and quick! Thank you Bre for getting me through the process!! You took the time to answer the questions I had and made the experience comfortable for me..

With the military I've donated off and on all over the country throughout the last decade. Found my first few donations to be very smooth with the Moorhead, MN facility. Really like how you can do the questionnaire on their App makes the overall process a little shorter. Facility is clean and staff was very nice. No complaints so far.

Sat and there for an hour before being connected to the machine, the whole ever couldn't hit the vein had to ha someone else come and change the needle in the same spot. the told it's reliant on my pumping when ive never had issues anywhere else.

Hope you don't have a problem with the manager named angie, because if you listen to their site manager and tell him that if there's a phlebotomist that pokes you that bruises you every time let them know in the beginning that way they don't put you in that area, if you do tell them you get told at the end of your visit that you're being disrespectful by doing what the site manager told you to do? And then when you repeat what the site manager told you then you're being disrespectful and that manner as well

I switched over here from a different local plasma collection center. The difference is night and day. These people actually took the time to explain everything, answered any question that I had, checked in repeatedly to make sure that everything was OK. And then a follow up phone call the next day to make sure that I felt OK and everything was OK. And when you call, you can actually connect with somebody. And if you can't, and you leave a voicemail, they actually call you back. I cannot recommend enough.

Absolutely ridiculous time Don't ever expect to schedule an appointment and for them to be on time. Always expect to sit around for at least a half hour longer then the scheduled time.

The staff is very friendly one stands out in particular Kal I believe that was her name she just gave me the best stick I've ever had it was soooo smooth I didn't feel a thing I wouldn't of known it was in if I didn't watch her do it...thank you Kal and all of talecris you guys do a good job

Multiple times have I been there only to be ignored while the staff stands in back chatting and laughing. They need to be a more attentive and caring towards their clients and just do their job.

Staff are very friendly and professional. Rarely ever a wait when I've gone in the middle of to late mornings. Pay-outs are quick. Procedure is a bit different from many plasma centers I've visited, and seems more streamlined. Definitely recommend. Tell them Wesley Derby sent ya.

I made the switch to Talecris and I wouldn't go back. The staff is amazing and it's a great way to make some extra cash while also helping others. The service is also fast takes only 45-1 hour in and out!!

While I was being screened another employee came up to us and told me there was a dress code and handed me a shirt. I felt very ashamed and self conscious, as I wasn't even aware there was a dress code for donors. All their website says about clothes is to dress comfortably. I'm not claiming I would wear what I was wearing to church or anything, but it was my day off and I was outside a lot today. I was wearing a sports bra and longer shorts (they ended below my fingertips). It was 80 degrees out today, and

I just made my first donation at Grifols Talecris and it was the BEST donation experience I have ever had. Nikki was my nurse who helped me with paperwork and did my physical and she was amazing! Super welcoming and friendly, and a great nurse. Definitely recommend!!!

You guys have been fantastic helping me navigate if I can donate with my conditions. Super helpful and friendly staff!! Easy sign up and always make sure I know the info.

The people here at Talecris are wonderful! They are very helpful and kind and it makes my time here fun and worthwhile! I have gotten to know a lot of the phlebotomists very well, and enjoy talking with them every time I come in!????

ROCK SOLID REVIEW! Joe was a champ taking me through the process. Clear and concise communication. Very personable unlike another plasma company in the area thar has a reputation to treat people like cattle. If you want top notch care paired with earnest and enthusiastic employees highly recommend Switching over!

Super kind and thoughtful staff! Great way to help others while making some extra cash! The questions i asked were always taken seriously and every part of the process was explained in laymen terms.

There are so many great workers there. I did have a bad stick but the workers are always on top of it. And when I come with a bruise from the donation before they are admitting on learning who to help to stop it from happening again. They are extremely friendly and I enjoy coming back. They have become more like a family. Most know me by name and are always so inviting. I have been donating off and on for about 5 years now. And as long as I can I will always come back!

You to donate here very often, but lately the staff members have no respect for my time even if I make an appointment I'm sitting in the lobby for hours before I'm served. And when I bring it up to staff members, they blocked my account Like I did something wrong by complaining about how long it takes even after I make an appointment and show up exactly what I'm supposed to.

There are several staff members that help create a welcoming atmosphere. For the regular donors, there is a feeling of friendship and for newcomers there is a feeling of understanding and certain trust. Bre has a smile and pleasant personality that brightens every room she walks into.

Angie, Katie, Donna , princess and Savannah are so wonderful. Everyone is great at their jobs, come to grifols , you will not regret it, wonderful stuff, clean place.

The staff was very polite and efficient. Waiting time was very minimal. Very clean facility. Also have music playing at a good volume. Definitely recommend over other facilities in the area!

Every time I come in to donate the staff is very polite and extremely helpful, today I was helped by Bre, and she was absolutely amazing. I had a few questions and she was more than eager to answer them HONESTLY.! So thank you Bre. However, I feel like donors should absolutely be paid more than just $40 for their donations. I'm a nurse and work in a hospital so I know for a fact that we normally sell a bottle of plasma for $10,000. That's more than enough to offer donors at least $100 per donation, especial

Stopped in to donate plasma for the first time today. Nikki was very friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable. All of the staff I encountered were quite friendly. Very pleasant atmosphere and the procedure itself was really easy.

I used to go to Biolife but i regret not coming here sooner. Employees like Kal and Evyn get me set up quickly and virtually painlessly. It's truly a pleasant experience every time.

The staff are always super friendly and professional. They always want to ensure a safe visit and that you are comfortable. They work quickly and diligently and never rush anything to ensure your health and safety are top priority. Love the team at Talecris in Moorhead.

Love coming to this place when i need a bit of extra money. Fun to know you're helping lives by doing it!! The staff is very nice and i appreciate seeing them anytime i?m in.

This place has the best people!! They actually care about you, are very nice, accommodating, and aren't just there for a paycheck, they make you feel like friends and I have only left a couple of times feeling like it could have gone better. The other place around here is the worst and this is a stark contrast to that other place!! You won't regret coming here to donate :) Cal is seriously the sweetest and best at sticking me, it rarely ever hurts and her bedside manor is truly angelic!

As a previous extremely unhappy Biolife customer I was absolutely floored with my visit at Grifols. Every interaction with the Grifols employees was outstanding. I was expecting the worst but was pleasantly surprised. I do have to give a shout out to Joe and Nikki, they rocked the experience and made me feel as though I was family. Unlike leaving Biolife in tears I left grifols with a smile. I'll never go anywhere else. If I could give 10 stars I would. Thank you so much Joe and Nikki!!

Absolutely LOVE Talecris! Their entire staff is amazing. I have had such great experiences since I have started donating a few years ago. Even when I have had trouble with the process. The place is clean and welcoming.

Terrible faculty, they are very slow at getting things done, they don't check on you throughout your donation like biolife does, and they just don't share the same excitement like biolife in Moorhead does, the only person on their staff doing their job in a timely and friendly matter is Joe, Kayla B, and Jennifer. I hematomaed twice while doing my FIRST donation and I have been donating at different places for many years and have never had such a terrible job of sticking my arm. Don't know if I will keep re

Switched over to Grifols and had an excellent experience. Staff was nice and informative (Bre was the staff who did the majority of my appt and was amazing!) Went very smoothly and quickly!

Bre conducts her work at Talecris as a quality professional that I come to expect when donating plasma. She is kind and super considerate of my expectations as a customer. She answers all of my questions and concerns with a passion for my understanding. The value she brings should be used as an example for all employees, both new and existing.

I went in yesterday to Talecris in Moorhead and it was a great experience. I was taken care of by Nikki, who did my physical, went step by step on what the process would be like. She was very friendly, helpful and had a great attitude towards helping me. You can tell that she loves her job!!! Thank you Nikki, I hope I always get you when I have an appointment.

I like how quick and easy it is to donate. It takes me about an hour to be in and out. All that for the pay they give is worth it. Bre has done my screening today (01/03/24) and she's a wonderful person. Atmosphere is very relaxed and I have had no problems whatsoever in my experience here since I first started donating. Thank you Grifols Telecris! :)

All staff are always in a friendly, welcoming mood and setting the environment to be as such. A very spotless facility! Love being able to come here and help save lives. My left arm is always tricky to get but my girl Kal always gets it, so pain free!! Absolutely love all the employees! Daniel always going out of his way to make sure all donors are having a good day. Bre is always so lovely and cheery!!

What a great place! Bre is exceptional in all she does. She makes the donors feel comfortable. Just wish there were more bonuses as there hasn't been any in a while. I have suggested several times to put scenic photos in the screening booths to calm donors, especially during blood pressure and pulse screening

Talecris is a great place to donate and hang out for an hour or so. Everyone is so friendly and great at what they do. Nikki helped with my annual physical last week and she is the best. Highly recommend!

The service from beginning till the end was very satisfying, the staff who served me was named Nikki, she was very professional in working . For this month Grifols provides a very attractive offer for new members. So what are you waiting for ...make your appointment right now

Great location, great people. Reason why I chose donate is mainly because I have received four units in a blood transfusion. Feel I should pay it back how I can

Very kind and understanding staff! Would recommend this place over any other place in the area! I am a current donor and enjoy my visit each time. They provide fast and efficient service, never had a complaint. Always take safety precautions and following the procedures.:)

I dropped it from 5 to 3, was contemplating a 2. The new BMI donation amount is bullshit! If you're gonna take more out of me, then you'd better pay more. Why implement this, no one is gonna be happy about it.

Kind staff, clean facility, efficient check-in process with the express kiosk app option. Jamie, Jackie, and Dylan are great employees, and very skilled and professional!

They have screening booths, is not just a counter where everyone can hear your weight, blood pressure, etc. Also if you have difficult veins to find, this is the place where you want to come to donate, they do have the best phlebs, all of them are super friendly.

Bre is ALWAYS helpful. She is ALWAYS THE BRITE SPOT OF WEEK!!!!

Telecris is the absolute best place to donate! Everyone that works here is so nice!! I look forward to donating and have a blast every time I donate!!! I recommend for everyone to donate here for the best experience!!! Thank you for all you do!!!

Hannah is AWSOME . And I love Nikki she's the greatest and Tina is so sweet and helpful ? I love coming here makes me feel at home

extremely understaffed. The staff are nice but it's always wait and wait I used to go there last year it was relatively better I started coming this year again and my experience is basically WAIT WAIT WAIT WAIT. There is a crazy ton of wait in every step. It took 30 minutes laying on the bed before someone did anything about it. It's clean and the pay is good but they seem extremely understaffed and be ready to WAIT WAIT WAIT WAIT in every step of the process. Sometimes I just feel like giving up on the pro

The workers here are always friendly and they do a really good job sticking you and getting you in and out in a timely fashion

Fast, friendly, and enjoyable! Only question I have is about the (get $25 if you donate more than in July)? The last during my physical aid I would receive that

I am new here but everyone seems to be nice and welcoming. The place is clean and orderly. Although I had some issues with the online kiosk and in center ones are slow as can be, my over all I experience has been quite well. Thank you!!

The women working the floor spend way too much talking to each other. It's consistently 45 minutes after my scheduled time before I get connected to the machine, regardless of how busy it is. They always blame it on being short staffed but you can watch them and see how much time is wasted gossiping and giggling. Your lives aren't that interesting, I know because I get to overhear way too much

I have always came to Telacris and really enjoy it. They make the process so smooth and easy. The staff is all amazing. Highly recommend

Had a good first experience, it was my first time donating plasma. Definitely will be going back, private & friendly atmosphere. Nikki, did my screening & physical. She was very informative & kind. :) Will recommend the donation center & hopefully refer others.

You are helping to save lives, and making easy money while enjoying some "me" time. It is true that sometimes the waiting time is long, but knowing this in advance I don't come here with limited time, and "budget" at least 2? hours for the donation. I do take into account that I have hard veins and my donations take longer than average. So I take this time to enjoy a book, listen to music, or watch Netflix. It's always a win-win. The staff it's amazing and if you have "bad" veins this is the place to go.

Nikki was amazingly helpful and very informative to the great job! Along with other staff like page very helpful got me in one shot! All staff was helpful and very friendly!

Dear Goodness! Good purpose, Good pay, Good people! Bre rocks my socks off. Joe keeps her on her toes. Jeslyn is a great poker. And Jae thinks my rolly veins are fun ones. Its a good time and a Great Way to Help Your Community!

Been going here since I turned 18 and it's been fantastic. The workers have been very kind and they do good work. I've never had a bad time coming in and donating!

This center has a lot of great employees which make the donation experience quite enjoyable. They have also greatly improved on their wait times over the years. They now offer water and snacks by the exit door under the "recovery area' sign!

If you want to spend 3-4 hours here everytime you donate. Come here. I don't even know why they have appointments honestly. I took some time off from donating and not to my surprise they still are so unorganized when it comes to prioritizing donors. People with appointments after you will get stuck and leave before you even get stuck. There is no sense of urgency and care for people's time. Will be my last time donating here for a while until they get a better system.

The staff is always super friendly and they seem well trained. The money doesn't hurt either!

I've been donating at the moorhead for years, the staff is always friendly and helpful. The donor hub app really makes it go faster.

Donating here is fast and efficient. The staff are enjoyable to talk with and the extra cash is great!

Great staff. I've donated for many years and never had a bad stick. Prices are always better than Biolife. Make sure to refer your friends and get the buddy bonuses.

I've been coming here since September last year. The service is always great. I always get poked very gently and I've never had an adverse reaction.

I have been going here for about 3 years now. Each time the staff is very friendly and the monthly promotions are a great way to feel valued. I was very impressed with how this center and the staff are treating the COVID-19 pandemic and the measure they took/are taking to ensure everyone is safe is definitely noticed.

Highly recommend! I've been donating elsewhere for over 20 years and after only two times here I'm a fan! Excellent staff, fast donation times, friendly and clean.

The staff at Grifols are wonderful! Sometimes you just need to slow down, relax a little bit, and know you're doing some good in the world, and the staff just makes that experience very enjoyable. They can make donating plasma the best part of my day! Thank you!

My appointment was at 6:15 it is now 7:08 have not got stuck... this actually happens every time. This is a legitimate question should I always plan for an hour for the interview and an hour for the draw? I use to go to biolife and their entire process is less then an hour I have never been here less then 2 hours even when it's dead. I love the staff and the money is better the wait times are just wild and I see comments about it going back to 2018 seems like they just reply and say they will do better ...

Always a good experience for me and the staff are very helpful. Brie is amazing and my 1 year physical Today was so fast!

Amazing and friendly staff, pretty great speed never had to wait too long. Very gentle. Love this place wont go anywhere else.

I had an issue with my washer stopping during the last cycle. I called appliance pros and he was able to come the following morning and replace the part needed as well as adjusted the washer door to fit more properly! Now our washer runs perfectly! He was also able to give me some tips on detergents and how to load correctly for the best use! Awesome service! Ide definitely recommend.

A slightly better experience overall than a competitor I donated at back when I lived in a different state. Grifols is consistently on point when it comes to their phlebs' training. Really nothing of note during this visit. The draw went well and I was in and out.

I have being a plasma donor for years now and this place is incredible!! The staff is very professional. Donating plasma is a great way to make some money!

Quick, easy, professional and always nice to deal with.

Staff is great but even when they are slow it takes almost an hour to get hooked up. It's a mind numbingly slow process. 6:45 appointment today, got connected at 7:40 and there were only 3 people in front of me when I got here. This is almost every time. Plan 2 hours per visit.

Nice staff. Clean facility. The wait time needs improvement even with newer online service. I can donate in 45 minutes but wait time is usual 20+ minutes even when it slow!?!?. I don't want staff to rush and not do job properly but we also have appointments and lives at home to get to. I've had a few staff needle me and damn near jump out of my seat. Sore bicep/arm for a week!! More training??

Talecris Moorhead has friendly staff and a clean and well run facility. I love going there to donate plasma! all of the staff is wonderful and Joe always puts a smile on my face with his positivity and trivia. Love donating at Talecris!

Frequently Asked Questions

What disqualifies you from donating plasma?

Plasma donors can get disqualified for a list of different reasons, which may result in a temporary or a permanent deferral. Common reasons people get a temporary disqualification may include being dehydrated, taking certain medications, getting a tattoo within the last 4 months, or being pregnant in the last 6 months.

How can you donate plasma quickly?

Donating plasma can get busy with donors and long waiting times. To donate plasma faster, choose a plasma center that allows you to book an appointment online and take your health screening questionnaire remotely from home. Additionally, call your local plasma center and ask for the least busy days and times of the week.

Can you workout after donating plasma?

Most phlebotomists recommend that you take a day off from working out or lifting weights on the same day as your plasma donation. Instead, take the day to rest, eat well, and drink plenty of water after your donation.

How often can I donate plasma?

Plasma donors are legally capped at two donations per week or 7-day period, with at least 48 hours in between each donation.

What should I eat before donating plasma?

Before your plasma donation, it's recommended that you drink plenty of water (4-6 eight-ounce glasses), and eat a meal with high protein and iron content. Avoid drinking alcohol and smoking on the same day as your donation.