Volunteer Opportunity

Take action to prevent home fires in Ada and Canyon Counties!

On-site
Volunteer must be in or near Boise, ID

Details at a Glance

Time Commitment
A few hours per month
Recurrence
Recurring

Description

Take action to prevent home fires in Ada and Canyon Counties!

Most of us don’t realize we have just two minutes to escape a home fire - which is the nation’s most frequent disaster. On average:

  • 7 people die every day from a home fire, most impacting children and the elderly.
  • More than 30 people suffer injuries from home fires every day.
  • More than $7 billion in property damage occurs from home fires every year.

Swift action during a home fire can be life-saving, and it all starts with early detection through smoke alarms and practiced escape plans. By becoming a volunteer with our Home Fire Campaign (HFC) team, you have the opportunity to play a vital role in saving lives and reducing injuries caused by home fires. As a team member, you will install smoke alarms and provide vital home fire safety information to those requesting assistance. You'll also participate in organizing Sound the Alarm events through door-to-door canvassing and appointments, all aimed at enhancing home fire safety.

Time Commitment: A few hours per month based on events and local requests.

Ready to make a difference? Here's how to get started!

  1. Go to redcross.org/volunteer to complete our online application. It takes less than 10 minutes!
  2. Once your application and background check are complete, a member of our team will reach out for a quick screening call. This allows us to make sure this position is the perfect fit for your interest, availability, and needs.
  3. We’ll get you connected and provide all necessary training to ensure you feel supported and successful as a volunteer.

Questions? Email our team at IDMT.Recruiting@redcross.org for more information.

Most of us don’t realize we have just two minutes to escape a home fire - which is the nation’s most frequent disaster. On average:

  • 7 people die every day from a home fire, most impacting children and the elderly.
  • More than 30 people suffer injuries…

Location

On-site

Homes throughout the community

Boise, ID, USA
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