Every day people are forced from their home due to disasters. Single and multi-family fires account for 90% of disaster responses for the American Red Cross. Compassionate and committed Disaster Action Team (DAT) volunteers help those families affected.
Respond by phone to families affected by house fires, flooding or other local disasters to provide resources, comfort and hope to those who have been affected.
Be the beacon of hope to families who are likely having the worst day of their lives.
Requirements
18 years or older with a valid United States driver’s license
Training provided both online courses and shadow virtually with experienced volunteers
Computer with internet
Available for a minimum of one on-call, 4-hour shift/month
What Our Volunteers Are Saying
"I’m retired and was looking for a way to help in my local community. I love that I found the Red Cross because being able to help someone in one of their greatest times of need is a feeling like no other." ~Charlie V.
"I watched the Red Cross help my Mom when she had a house fire and I knew I wanted to help giveback anyway I could. Now I am able to pay it forward for my Mom and our family." ~Laqueesha J.
"I may not have money to give, but I have time." ~Taylor W.
"It’s a wonderful feeling being able to help someone affected by a house fire, who literally, may only have the clothes on their back." ~Julie M.
How to get started
Complete the online application at www.redcross.org/volunteer
Or for any questions or to schedule a personal volunteer consultation contact: Pamela Kaplan, Senior Volunteer Recruitment Specialist American Red Cross Call or Text: 501-353-7534 pamela.kaplan@redcross.org Shedule a phone consultation: https://calendly.com/pkaplan
American Red Cross, 10195 Corporate Square Drive, St. Louis, MO 63132, 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
Every single day, the American Red Cross helps people in emergencies. Whether itﾒs one displaced family, thousands of disaster victims, or providing care and comfort to an ill or injured service member or veteran or support to a military family member or through the generosity of blood donors, providing critical blood to people in need, our vital work is made possible by people like you. It is through the time and care of ordinary people that we can do extraordinary things.
Community
Crisis Support
Disaster Relief
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
206 S Falls BlvdWynne, AR72396
(35.22187,-90.7872)
DATE POSTED
February 22, 2021
SKILLS
Safety & Disaster Education
Disaster Response
Basic Computer Skills
GOOD FOR
People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
Driver's License Needed
Background Check
Must be at least 18
Orientation or Training
Available for a minimum of one on-call, 4-hour shift/month
Must have smart phone, computer, and reliable internet access
