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Published 1/29/26 3:04PM

American Red Cross Blacksburg-Be the Hero of Hope as a Blood Donor Ambassador

AMERICAN RED CROSS Southwest Virginia Chapter
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Blacksburg, VA
I Want to Help

    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    15
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Health & Medicine
    Good For:
    Public Groups, Age 55+, International Volunteers, Private Corporate Groups
    Participation Requirements:
    Driver’s License, Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+

    Description

    American Red Cross Blacksburg-Be the Hero of Hope as a Blood Donor Ambassador

    URGENT NEED POSITION

    • * The is an excellent volunteer opportunity for students who need volunteer hours and would benefit from being able to study or do their homework during slow times***

    The purpose of the Blood Donor Ambassador is to provide excellent and enthusiastic customer service to enhance the blood donor experience. Engage with blood donors to promote blood donation and set the stage for a long-term commitment to regular blood donations. Assist donors with re-hydrating after donation and observe for post-donation reactions. Express gratitude and ensure each blood donor is sincerely thanked for their donation.

    Blood Donor Ambassadors are required to work one shift a month.

    All volunteer candidates will be screened prior to being referred to Biomedical Services for eligibility.

    Watch our video to learn more: Blood Donor Ambassador

    Location

    On-site
    Blacksburg, Virginia, US

    How to Volunteer for This Opportunity

    Send Email

    Please email Sherri Dillow, Volunteer Specialist at Sherri.Dillow@RedCross.org or call/text Sherri at 540-525-6059 for more information of signup!

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