Brazos Valley LDS Volunteer Opportunities
The mission of the American Red Cross is to alleviate human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors. The vision of the American Red Cross, through our strong network of volunteers, donors and partners, is always there in times of need. We aspire to turn in compassion into action. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has partnered with the American Red Cross for more than a 100 years. Church historians have found correspondence between the leaders of the organizations that dates back to 1898. Latter-day Saint Charities is the single largest blood drive sponsor for the Red Cross. In addition to blood drives, the Church is involved in disaster planning, training and drills and in identifying shelter locations. The Heart of Texas Chapter of the American Red Cross is proud to partner with the Brazos Valley LDS community in alleviating human suffering through preparedness, response and recovery efforts. The first step in the process is to become an American Red Cross volunteer.
* Disaster Preparedness Team Member: Help save lives and prevent injury and suffering by helping community members prepare for home fires and other disasters
Provide education to the community by facilitating presentations on preventing and preparing for disasters.
* Disaster Services: Serve as a shelter team member that responds to open an emergency shelter when people are displaced by fires
This position supports the Regional Disaster Cycle Services department. The purpose of this position is to perform Mass Care readiness and capacity building activities needed to enable effective service delivery (in a disaster response).
Blood Services: CSTR Donor Ambassador (Heart of TX - Brazos County)
As a volunteer donor ambassador, you’ll ensure every blood donor has a wonderful experience from start to finish. Greet donors with a warm smile, assist them with checking in, and express heartfelt thanks for their generous donation. You’ll be a key part of our Biomedical Services team, making a real difference every day. Each shift you take helps save lives. While this position requires that volunteers speak English, in some locations the role may place a special emphasis on engaging with donors whose preferred language is Spanish. (NOTE: this is not a translator role)
Hansel Delgadillo Senior Volunteer Recruitment Specialist American Red Cross Serving Central & South Texas 254-287-0405 (O) 254-499-2789 (C) Hansel.Delgadillo3@redcross.org