Volunteer

Volunteer Do Great Things Every Day!

Volunteers comprise 98% of the Red Cross workforce and are involved in many Red Cross programs and services.

Help your neighbors when they need it most—become a Red Cross volunteer, and be empowered to perform extraordinary acts in the face of emergency.

Some volunteers work on a regular weekly, monthly, or quarterly schedule throughout the year, others on an as-needed basis. 

Many volunteers lend their support on the weekends or after a daytime job, others have greater flexibility during regular business hours. 

Get Involved

Committed, compassionate volunteers are the heart and soul of the Red Cross. Volunteers support every Red Cross program and service. Please click on the appropriate volunteer category below to learn more and get started.

 

Adult

Red Cross Volunteers Do Great Things Every Day! Learn more about the various ways you can be involved in our community.

Youth

Youth Services Program provides young people with opportunities to help their communities prepare for and respond to emergencies.

Organizations

Partner with the American Red Cross to train your designated group members as disaster relief volunteers.

 

ARC/GNY Philosophy

The American Red Cross in Greater New York is a volunteer driven organization governed, supported and, to a large degree, staffed by volunteers.

Committed, compassionate volunteers are the heart of the Red Cross. It would be impossible for us to deliver services to the Greater New York community, 24/7, without a full complement of volunteers.

Therefore, the Chapter is committed to creating and maintaining an environment in which volunteers are respected, appreciated, and provided meaningful opportunities to work side by side with employees in delivering high quality services.