Method One - Follow the steps listed above and indicate your interest in being a Disaster Reserve Volunteer during your interview.  In this method, your training will take place one course at a time.

Method Two - Attend the Reserve Institute

Step One – Complete the online application

Step Two – Register for Reserve Institute

Step Three – Complete the background check required of all Red Cross volunteers and employees.

Step Four – Attend the Reserve Institute

Step 1 – Complete online application and register for and attend Volunteer Orientation.

Step 2 – Register for and attend an interview.

Step 3 – Successfully complete an online background check.

Final Step – Meet with your volunteer liaison in your area of interest.

If you have any questions, please contact the Volunteer Resources Department at 212-875-2068 or volunteer@nyredcross.org.