Volunteer

Join the Red Cross team and be a part of one of the oldest and most respected non-profit organizations in the world!

As an American Red Cross volunteer, you’ll provide relief to victims of disasters and help people prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies. Volunteers from all walks of life are welcome at the Red Cross and there are numerous opportunities for you to make a difference in people’s lives. No matter what your skills are, there’s a place for you at the American Red Cross Central Texas Region.

Volunteer Opportunities

Emergency Services
The American Red Cross Central Texas Region responds to hundreds of emergency calls every year. In order to help the people affected by these emergencies, we depend on the time and talent of our incredible volunteers.

Jobs may include:

Service to the Armed Forces
CaseworkerAdministrator on Call (AOC)
Disaster Action Team Member
Client Caseworker
Mass Care Volunteer
Emergency Response Vehicle Driver
Disaster Mental Health Volunteer
Disaster Health Services Volunteer
Logistics Volunteer

Preparedness, Health & Safety Services
The American Red Cross teaches valuable life-saving skills to thousands of people in Central Texas every year. We are always looking for interested volunteers to help us educate our community in First Aid, CPR, Babysitting, etc.

Jobs may include:

Volunteer Course Instructor
Equipment and Inventory Management

Development
The American Red Cross Central Texas Region depends on financial donations to be able to provide the life-saving services we offer. As a Development volunteer you will help our Development Department with a variety of projects including fundraising campaigns, special events, grant writing and donor stewardship.

Jobs may include:

Office Assistant
Community Outreach

Public Affairs
Be the face of the American Red Cross! Represent the Red Cross to local media during times of disasters and to the community at events throughout the year. We’ll provide you the training you need to be an official spokesperson for the Red Cross.

Jobs may include:

Public Information Officer
Social Media and Website Technician
Community Events Coordinator
Feature Blog Writer
Graphic Designer

Youth Volunteers/Red Cross Clubs
Create or join a high school or college service group to help the Red Cross fulfill its humanitarian mission! Participate in service projects that impact the community and the world. Projects include special events, fundraising, educating the community on disaster preparedness and more.

Corporate Volunteers
The Red Cross works every day to make sure the communities where your employees and customers live and work are safe and prepared. And if an emergency strikes – a house fire, an earthquake, a flood – they can count on the Red Cross to help. It only makes good business sense to partner with us. If you or your company are interested in a corporate partnership with the Red Cross, please contact Volunteer Services.

General Volunteer Application

Would you like to be a disaster worker, CPR teacher, help in a VA hospital, or keep our offices up and running? The American Red Cross depends on volunteers to deliver services, prepare families and help ease suffering cause by emergencies. There are hundreds of volunteer opportunities available across Central & South Texas. By taking the next step and filling out our application, you will have the opportunity to find the right volunteer job that maximizes your skills, interests and availability.

Youth Volunteer Application

With parent permission, youth may participate in many of the same volunteer opportunities as adult volunteers. You can also train to be certified in First Aid, CPR, Babysitter preparedness and much more. You never know when you might need these skills, and if the situation arises this knowledge is more than just handy; your skills could save a life.