Youth and Young Adults

The American Red Cross of the Louisiana Region youth program provides youth and young adults with opportunities to learn and serve while supporting the Red Cross mission. Our goal is to provide youth with meaningful opportunities for training, leadership, and community service.

We empower youth to respond to community needs locally, nationally, and internationally through numerous leadership, education, and community service opportunities:

Red Cross Clubs
Academic Service Learning
Youth Classes & Youth Instructors

To start a Red Cross Club, learn more about Academic Service Learning opportunities, and more, contact your local Volunteer Recruitment Specialist.

North Louisiana: Alisha Hayes | alisha.hayes@redcross.org

Capital-West Louisiana: Kyndra Williams-Brown | kyndra.williamsbrown@redcross.org

Southeast Louisiana: Marisah Cooper | marisah.cooper2@redcross.org, Diane Dale | diane.dale@redcross.org

Red Cross Clubs

Red Cross Clubs are officially recognized organizations on school campuses led by middle school, high school, and college students. Club members serve their community through service, education, and leadership as volunteers of the American Red Cross. Red Cross Clubs participate in activities that align with the Red Cross’s humanitarian mission by holding regular service projects and leadership training throughout the school year to benefit members and their community.

All Red Cross clubs work with the support and guidance of their local Chapter and collaborate with other clubs to plan and execute service projects and fundraising events. Club service projects follow the Red Cross’s five lines of service.

Academic Service Learning Opportunities

The American Red Cross offers academic service learning for exceptional students in Louisiana who are looking to make a meaningful impact in their communities. Role availability is limited and evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Opportunities may be available in the following areas: Social Work, Public Health, Emergency Management, Marketing and Communications, or related fields of study.

Interested students are encouraged to contact marisah.cooper2@redcross.org to inquire about current opportunities and application procedures.

American Red Cross of Louisiana