Ribbon Cutting Celebration: Parachute Plasma in Farmington
Director Tony Madrical cuts the ribbon to launch the grand opening celebration. Lisa Brotherton-Barnes
The Farmington Regional Chamber of Commerce conducted a grand opening and ribbon-cutting on Oct. 1 to celebrate Parachute Plasma, the community’s newest state-of-the-art plasma donation center, located at 729 Sunset Dr. The event was attended by community leaders, fellow chamber members, and other well-wishers.
In his opening remarks, DirectorTony Madrigal said plasma donations support lifesaving treatments for burn victims, cancer patients, and children receiving injectable medications. He highlighted the company’s innovation in expanding access to plasma donation — including the industry’s first patented, fully functional mobile plasma collection unit, designed to bring donation opportunities to more communities nationwide. He shared that a single donation can save two or three lives.
“At the end of the day, there’s a relationship between the donor, the recipient, and the business in the middle,” he said. “It’s a safety net — a parachute. We’re here to change lives.”
A donor demonstrates that donating plasma is easy and comfortable. The process takes about 30 minutes, and she will leave the same day with funds loaded on a debit card. Lisa Brotherton-Barnes
Guests got a behind-the-scenes look at the science and safety behind plasma donation processes and impact, learning about donor eligibility and how plasma donation benefits both recipients and donors. Tours were provided for attendees to witness how plasma donations are safely collected, tested, and stored.
The amount of money a donor can earn depends on factors such as their health conditions or current medications, the frequency of donations, and the time of day the donation is made. Donations can be made up to two times monthly.
For more information or to book a donation visit, visit their website at joinparachute.com or their Facebook page
About Parachute Plasma
Founded in 2019, Parachute Plasma operates more than 30 donation centers nationwide and is recognized for its commitment to donor safety, education, and innovation. Parachute is the first company in the plasma industry to patent and operate a fully functional mobile plasma collection unit. The organization’s mission is to make plasma donation accessible, safe, and impactful — helping save lives while supporting community wellness and economic growth.
Lisa Brotherton-Barnes is a Daily Journal and Farmington Press staff writer. She can be reached at lbarnes@dailyjournalonline.com.
