Kick off the New Year Virtual Volunteer Fair
American Red Cross
Title: Kick off the New Year Virtual Volunteer Fair
Date/Time: Thursday, 1/28 from 12-1 pm
Location: Virtual; Microsoft Teams
Description:
Join Red Cross’ upcoming Kick off the New Year Virtual Volunteer Fair on Thursday, 1/28 from 12-1 pm! COVID has not stopped Red Cross service delivery, but it has changed how we provide the service to our clients. We welcome you to attend and learn how we adapted to provide that service and see how you can help your neighbors in times of need!
Join Red Cross Team Members in a virtual session to learn how to use your skills and talents for others in the community. Volunteers can choose to be involved with blood drives, disaster response, leadership opportunities, and more!
The virtual session will include:
- An Overview of Red Cross
- Biomedical Services Volunteer Opportunities
- Disaster Services Volunteer Opportunities
- Leadership Volunteer Opportunities
- How to Get Started as a Volunteer
- Questions
RSVP required by 1/26. RSVP by visiting: https://tinyurl.com/RedCrossFair
Participants can join the session via phone, computer, or other smart device. Instructions to join the session will shared after you RSVP.
Volunteer Requirements:
- Must be 18+
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong customer service skills
Note: Due to COVID-19, volunteer procedures have been modified to include enhanced precautions and provide mostly virtual support to ensure the safety of our volunteers.
About American Red Cross
Location:
100 Edgewood Road, Asheville, NC 28804, US
Mission Statement
The American Red Cross prevents and alleviates human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors.
Description
The American Red Cross, through its strong network of volunteers, donors and partners, is always there in times of need. We aspire to turn compassion into action so that...
...all people affected by disaster across the country and around the world receive care, shelter and hope;
...our communities are ready and prepared for disasters;
...everyone in our country has access to safe, lifesaving blood and blood products;
...all members of our armed services and their families find support and comfort whenever needed; and
...in an emergency, there are always trained individuals nearby, ready to use their Red Cross skills to save lives.