How to Become a Red Cross Volunteer

The American Red Cross is a nonprofit organization that is nationally-renowned for emergency response. In addition to supporting the victims or natural disasters, it also provides care to war victims. All of its services aim to prevent and alleviate suffering. The Red Cross depends on donations to survive. Monetary contributions, as well as time and blood donations, are always needed.

Things You'll Need

  • Computer with Internet access Telephone
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Instructions

  1. How to Become a Red Cross Volunteer

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      Read the Red Cross's Online Orientation to more clearly understand the work that volunteers are asked to do. The Orientation is posted on the Red Cross website (see the link in Additional Resources, below).

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      Contact your local Red Cross office. These folks will educate you on the specific opportunities in your area. If you would like to travel to serve, they will also help you find prospective opportunities across the nation.

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      Blood is a critical necessity for the Red Cross. If you want to donate, speak to someone at the local Red Cross office or call the blood donation hotline at 1-800-GIVE-LIFE (1-800-448-3543) to learn about opportunities in your city. You can also learn about hosting a blood drive by contacting the local office.

Tips & Warnings

  • In addition to its emergency relief services, the Red Cross teaches first aid, CPR, swimming, and other health and safety skills and delivers messages between members of the armed forces and their family members

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