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Published 9/10/25 10:28PM
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Be the Friendly Face Behind the Desk on Tuesdays- Volunteer with Us at Vitalant!

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near San Rafael, CA
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per month
    Commitment Details:
    once a month min
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    1
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Health & Medicine
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    16+

    Description

    Be the Friendly Face Behind the Desk on Tuesdays- Volunteer with Us at Vitalant!

    Vitalant Needs Volunteers in the Your Area!

    Help us brighten lives by providing a positive, rewarding experience for donors!

    Our organization focuses on providing life-saving blood products to our communities’ hospitals to serve local patients that are undergoing various treatments.

    DAYTIME WEEKDAY OPORTUNITIES ONLY

    Dynamic Map View Opportunities based on zip code.

    Blood Drive Volunteer Role Description

    • Welcome and check-in donors
    • Provide courteous and friendly communication and assistance to donors and staff
    • Explain the donation process as necessary and answer any questions donors may have
    • Assist with set up and help maintain cleanliness in Reception and Canteen/Hospitality areas
    • Restock canteen/hospitality area and encourage donors to re-hydrate after donation procedure
    • When applicable, may assist staff with reminder/cancellation calls, assist in re-scheduling donor appointments, and perform follow up activities as directed

    Qualifications/Requirements

    • Must be 16 or older.
    • 18 + Must pass a Criminal Background Check
    • Ability to regularly commit to a schedule, arrive punctually, and adapt to changes.

    Just a quick note:

    • We’re not able to accept court-ordered volunteer service hours.
    • No specialized training or tasks like phlebotomy or needle handling are provided—our volunteers focus on welcoming donors, assisting with check-ins, and creating a friendly, supportive environment.

    Karen Arellano

    Volunteer Services Specialist

    karellano-gallegos@vitalant.org

    c 325-223-7511

    Donations Are Needed · Register In Minutes · Schedule Online Today 

    When you give blood with Vitalant, you have the potential to help hospital patients within your community and, when the need arises, others across the country.

    Location

    On-site
    3501 Civic Center Drive, San Rafael, California, US

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