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ORGANIZATION: Vitalant Texas

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Join the Vitalant Volunteer Team in El Paso - Make a Difference Today!

Are you ready to be a hero in your community? Vitalant needs passionate, friendly volunteers to help us save lives in the El Paso area. If you love meeting new people, supporting a great cause, and want to make a real impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

What You’ll Do:
  • Welcome & Check-in Donors: Be the friendly face that makes our donors feel at ease.
  • Provide Friendly Support: Answer questions, explain the donation process, and offer assistance with a smile.
  • Set Up & Keep Things Neat: Help with the setup, and maintain cleanliness in the reception and canteen areas.
  • Restock & Rehydrate: Ensure the canteen is stocked with snacks and drinks, encouraging donors to stay refreshed after giving.
  • Help Keep the Flow Going: Assist with reminder calls, rescheduling appointments, and any follow-up activities as needed.
What We’re Looking For:
  • Age 16+ and ready to help
  • Pass a Criminal Background Check
  • A friendly, positive attitude (you’re the face of Vitalant!)
  • Comfortable working with people from all backgrounds
  • Reliable transportation to our events
  • At least 50 hours of volunteering per year (we know you’ve got it in you!)
What You’ll Get:
  • Training: You’ll receive a virtual orientation and specific training to become a Blood Drive Ambassador.
  • Meet Amazing People: Work alongside other awesome volunteers and staff who are just as passionate as you.
  • Make a Huge Impact: Every shift you work helps save lives and makes a real difference in the community!

If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves and help make a difference, we’d love to have you join the team! Have questions or ready to sign up? Reach out today!

Karen Arellano

Volunteer Services Coordinator

karellano-gallegos@vitalant.org

(325)223-7511

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About Vitalant Texas

Location:

424 S. Mesa Hills Drive, El Paso, TX 79912, US

Mission Statement

Vitalant exists to make a difference in people's lives by bringing together the best people, inspiring individuals to donate blood, producing a safe and ample blood supply, advancing cutting-edge research and embracing continuous quality improvement.

Description

Vitalant ("Vye-TAL-ent") is the nation’s largest independent, nonprofit blood services provider exclusively focused on providing lifesaving blood and comprehensive transfusion medicine services for about 900 hospitals and their patients across the U.S. Every day, Vitalant needs to collect about 5,300 blood, platelet and plasma donations to help save lives. For more information and to schedule a donation appointment, visit vitalant.org or call 877-25-VITAL (877-258-4825).

We can't make this happen without the support of our volunteers!

CAUSE AREAS

Community
Health & Medicine
Seniors
Community, Health & Medicine, Seniors

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

El Paso, TX 79912

(31.8587,-106.54662)
 

SKILLS

GOOD FOR

  • People 55+

REQUIREMENTS

  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 16
  • Orientation or Training
  • 40 hours per calendar year
  • Be Fully vaccinated for COVID-19

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