Be part of over 100 years of service, dedication, and compassion. Join the Team!
Rooted in over a century’s tradition of service to the community, the American Red Cross is one of the world’s most renowned humanitarian organizations. And, volunteers are the very heart of our operation. Volunteers make a difference every day.
As the premier provider of relief services, Red Cross volunteers mobilize and respond when communities have the greatest need. We are a team of dedicated volunteers and staff whose mission is to provide relief to victims of disaster regardless of scope.
You can help comfort victims of a house fire or teach pet first aid or water safety. Whether you are interested in community services, international services, disaster services or teaching kids to swim with confidence – the Red Cross will guide you to your niche
The Red Cross is here to help people Prevent, Prepare and Respond to emergencies.
Since its inception in 1881 by visionary leader Clara Barton, the American Red Cross has established a volunteer-led movement that provides impartial humanitarian relief to victims of disaster as guided by the congressional charter.
Across the country, down the street, and around the world the American Red Cross is where you are. With hundreds of locally supported chapters nationwide, more than 15-million people turn to the American Red Cross each year, and volunteers are the lifeline for provision of these vital services. We strive to maintain a culture of inclusiveness. This means our volunteers work as staff to fulfill the mission of the Red Cross.
By becoming a Red Cross volunteer, empower yourself, family and community to stand ready.