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Published 8 days ago
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Mass Care Team Member – Disaster Services

Hybrid, Volunteer must be in Texas, US
I Want to Help


  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays daytime, evenings, Weekends daytime, evenings
    Time Commitment:
    Flexible
    Commitment Details:
    Volunteer only when disaster strikes!
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    50
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Disaster Relief, Philanthropy, Religion & Spirituality, Volunteering
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    Public Groups, Age 55+, Private Corporate Groups
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Wheelchair Accessible

    Description

    Help Provide Comfort, Care, and Hope When Disaster Strikes!

    When disaster forces families from their homes, having a safe place to stay, a warm meal, and essential supplies can make all the difference. The American Red Cross is seeking compassionate volunteers to join our Mass Care team and help communities prepare for and recover from emergencies.

    As a Mass Care Volunteer, you'll:

    • Help support emergency shelters, meal distribution, and the delivery of essential supplies to disaster-affected communities.
    • Assist with reunification efforts to help reconnect families separated during emergencies.
    • Prepare for future disasters by organizing supplies, maintaining inventory, and assessing potential shelter locations.
    • Work alongside Red Cross volunteers and community partners to strengthen local disaster preparedness.
    • Participate in training, planning activities, and disaster response efforts.

    No prior disaster response experience is necessary! The Red Cross provides training and opportunities to develop valuable emergency response skills.

    Whether you're preparing supplies behind the scenes or providing comfort to families during a disaster, your efforts can make a lasting difference. Join the American Red Cross Mass Care team and help bring hope to your community when it matters most!

    Location

    Hybrid
    Volunteer must be in Texas, US
    Associated Location
    4244 Boonville Rd, Bryan, TX 77802, USA

    How to Volunteer for This Opportunity

    Interested in volunteering?

    The first thing you will want to do is set up an account with Volunteer Connection. This platform will be the site you will use to add your information, as well as to search and find opportunities within the area. Click on the following link: Get Started Today!, and you will click the red button that says "Apply Now". Once you create the account, here is where you can browse opportunities in the area. Additionally, you can navigate to the Opportunities Page and can explore positions that require more commitment/time than one off volunteer events.

    You can also reach out to Kelbi Coates (kelbi.coates@redcross.org) for further information and assistance!

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