Once you've created your Volunteer Connection account and submitted your application, a Volunteer Services team member will contact you to discuss your interests, skills, availability, and volunteer goals. Together, you'll determine the opportunity that's the best fit for you.

Create a Volunteer Connection account, explore volunteer opportunities, and submit your application. A Volunteer Services team member will review your application and contact you about the next steps. Depending on the role, this may include a background check, screening, and required training before you begin volunteering.

The application timeline varies depending on the volunteer role and any required background checks or training. Most volunteers can expect to hear from a Volunteer Services team member within a few weeks after submitting their application.

Volunteer opportunities are flexible and vary by role. Some positions require as little as 4 hours per month, while others may require additional time during trainings, events, or disaster responses.

Yes. Some volunteer opportunities are fully remote, while others are in person or offer a hybrid schedule. Available opportunities depend on current volunteer needs.

There are volunteer opportunities for a variety of skills and experience levels. Whether you enjoy helping people, organizing events, teaching, using technology, or providing administrative support, many roles include training to help you succeed.

There are volunteer opportunities for a variety of skills and experience levels. Whether you enjoy helping people, organizing events, teaching, using technology, or providing administrative support, many roles include training to help you succeed.

es! Youth ages 13 and older can volunteer with the American Red Cross. Volunteers under 18 may need parental consent and may have additional supervision requirements depending on the role. Learn More About Youth Volunteer Opportunities

Yes. Volunteers interested in responding outside their local area must first gain disaster response experience and complete required training through their local chapter. International deployments are limited and typically require specialized experience.

Volunteer Connection is the American Red Cross volunteer portal where you can apply for volunteer opportunities, complete onboarding and training, report volunteer hours, and stay connected with news and events.

If you have additional questions, please contact a member of our Regional Volunteer Services team.

Jenn Short – Regional Volunteer Services Officer
Supports all 16 counties
jennifer.short@redcross.org

Eva Marquez – Volunteer Engagement Manager
Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Napa, Solano, Sonoma
eva.marquez@redcross.org

Ally Liu – Volunteer Engagement Manager & Youth Services Lead
Santa Clara, San Francisco, San Mateo
ally.liu@redcross.org

Smita Kumar – Volunteer Recruitment Manager
Santa Clara, San Francisco, San Mateo, Monterey, San Benito, Santa Cruz
smita.kumar2@redcross.org

Kelsey Holdway – Volunteer Recruitment Manager
Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Napa, Solano, Sonoma
kelsey.holdway@redcross.org

Lauren Baker – Volunteer Engagement Manager
San Joaquin, Stanislaus, Merced, Monterey, Santa Cruz, San Benito
lauren.baker@redcross.org