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Published 10/27/25 1:43PM

Help support our Service to Armed Forces program by volunteering as an Event Support Lead!

American Red Cross---Southern Tier, New York
Hybrid, Volunteer must be in or near Corning, NY
I Want to Volunteer

    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    Flexible
    Commitment Details:
    Desire to work in and with the community, Ability to show initiative, communicate and work well with others. Have access to a reliable phone and computer
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    1
    Cause Areas:
    Veterans, Volunteering
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    16+
    Other Requirements:
    Reliable internet, phone and computer are needed for this role. Desire to support the American Red Cross humanitarian mission through assisting with event coordination to bring awareness to the community, veterans, military members and their families

    Description

    Help support our Service to Armed Forces program by volunteering as an Event Support Lead!

    This position supports the Regional Service to the Armed Forces department. Assist with programs such as Military Stand-downs, Yellow Ribbon Events, Parades, Runs and other similar SAF Programs.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Willingness to support the mission of the Red Cross
    • Provide coordination and logistics as needed for special events
    • Duties vary based on task or project

    Relationships

    SAF Program Leads; Job specific supervisor; other volunteers

    Development Opportunities

    Leadership and community engagement

    Qualifications

    • Desire to work in the community
    • Ability to show initiative, communicate and work well with others
    • Work with diverse populations
    • Flexible; easily adapt to surroundings and tasks
    • Ability to interact effectively with culturally diverse audiences
    • Willingness to comply with current public health and Red Cross policies.

    Training

    • Orientation to the American Red Cross
    • Event specific training

    Location

    Hybrid
    Volunteer must be in or near Corning, NY
    Associated Location
    Corning, NY 14830, USA

    How to Volunteer for This Opportunity

    You can also visit www.redcross.org/volunteer to see all of our current opportunities or please reach out for more information: kelli.quinn@redcross.org

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