Become a Volunteer
Your time and talent can make a real difference in people's lives.
Your community needs more hearts like yours.
Whether you want to lend a hand during disasters, support blood drives, or help behind the scenes — there’s a meaningful role for you here. Join a compassionate network of neighbors helping neighbors. Explore volunteer roles that fit your passion and make a real difference.
Step in when your community needs you most. From wildfires to hurricanes, you’ll offer comfort, support, and hope when it matters most. Join a compassionate team helping neighbors rebuild — one act of kindness at a time.
When every second counts, your role makes all the difference. Whether you're welcoming blood donors or delivering blood to hospitals, you're helping save lives with every shift. Be the reason someone gets a second chance.
Honor those who’ve served by supporting them when it matters most. From lending an ear to offering critical resources, your presence brings strength and compassion to veterans and their families. Step in and stand proud.
Are you a passionate youth or young adult that wants to make a difference? Be a force for positive change! Whether you're passionate about disaster response, health education, or community service, there's a place for you to make a difference. Connect with like-minded peers, develop leadership skills, and create lasting impacts in your community. Step up, stand out, and start your journey with us today!
The American Red Cross is proud to present the Volunteer Services FY25 Year-in-Review Report—a tribute to the extraordinary impact of volunteers and the vital role they play in delivering our life-saving mission.
Inside this report, you’ll discover inspiring stories of volunteers making a difference in communities across the country, key accomplishments from the past year, and insightful data that highlights the reach and strength of Red Cross volunteerism. These stories reflect not only the compassion of volunteers but also the resilience and unity they bring to every response.
The report also outlines how the Red Cross is shaping the future of volunteering—making it more accessible, inclusive, and empowering than ever before. The report showcases how we are evolving systems and processes to engage more volunteers effectively and meaningfully.
Volunteerism is more than service—it’s a movement that connects people, strengthens communities, and transforms lives. We invite you to explore the report and be inspired by the incredible individuals who give their time, talent, and heart to the Red Cross.