Nonprofit
Published 3/27/26 11:25AM

What drives the Red Cross? Well, you can!

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Philadelphia, PA
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  • Details

    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per month
    Commitment Details:
    Always on your schedule and availability.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    10
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Participation Requirements:
    Driver’s License, Background Check
    Age Requirement:
    17+

    Description

    What drives the Red Cross?  Well, you can!

    BLOOD DELIVERY DRIVERS

    Available in Philadelphia and surrounding counties!

    Delivering the gift of life…literally!

    • Assure blood gets where and when needed most.
    • Use Red Cross vehicle or your own (reimbursement available).

    Responsibilities:

    • Transport blood and related products from blood drives to Red Cross blood processing center (700 Spring Garden St., Philadelphia) and/or from processing center to area hospitals.
    • Pick up supplies from hospitals, returning to processing center or to blood drive locations.
    • Complete required paperwork and obtain authorization signatures.
    • Communicate with Red Cross staff, including feedback from key stakeholders.
    • Work independently or with preferred Navigator.
    • Drive in a safe and responsible manner as a representative of the American Red Cross.
    • Additional related duties as discussed with supervisor.

    Commitment:

    • In-person, regional position covering Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties. All routes go through Philadelphia, starting/ending at blood processing center!
    • Most shifts are weekdays, primarily during normal business hours. Availability to fill weekend and/or evening shifts (4-9 p.m.) highly desirable. Most volunteers sign up for 2-4 routes per month; shift length dependent on selected route, usually 4-6 hours.

    Qualifications:

    • Willingness to comply with current public health and Red Cross policies.
    • Valid state driver's license,3+ years safe driving record, minimum age 18, and successful completion of MVR check, as conducted after Volunteer Interview.
    • Familiarity with geographic area and driving routes.
    • Proof of current insurance and state registration if using personal vehicle.
    • Ability to lift up to 45 lbs., loading boxes into/from vehicles; carts generally provided.
    • Commitment to assigned training and successful completion of defensive driving course.

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    Location

    On-site
    Philadelphia, PA, USA

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