Can I bring someone along to wait with me before my donation?

Can I bring someone along to wait with me before my donation?

Unfortunately, you would not be able to bring anyone along with you to wait during your donation. We are not able to accommodate individuals who are not donating with us in our facility. If your guest is interested in donating as well, they are welcome to schedule a donation at the same time as you.

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