American Red Cross of Eastern New York

The American Red Cross prevents and alleviates human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors. The American Red Cross, through its strong network of volunteers, donors and partners, is always there in times of need. We aspire to turn compassion into action so that... ...all people affected by disaster across the country and around the world receive care, shelter and hope; ...our communities are ready and prepared for disasters; ...everyone in our country has access to safe, lifesaving blood and blood products; ...all members of our armed services and their families find support and comfort whenever needed; and ...in an emergency, there are always trained individuals nearby, ready to use their Red Cross skills to save lives.

The American Red Cross Eastern New York Region helps people in emergencies every day. Volunteers are involved in every aspect of the Red Cross mission and constitute well over 90% of our workforce! Our vital work is made possible by people just like you who want to make a difference in the community. The American Red Cross needs you! As a volunteer in the Eastern New York Region, here are just a few of the ways you that can make an impact with your time and your talents: Join the Disaster Action Team – be on-call to provide shelter, food, comfort and hope to families in your area displaced by house fires and other disasters Become a large-scale disaster worker – fill one of the many service, functional or administrative roles needed during a relief operation for large populations. Become a Services to Armed Forces volunteer – support members of the military, veterans and military families through a wide variety of local programs and events Staff local blood drives – ensure a safe and stable blood supply by welcoming and assisting donors at local blood drives Start or join a Red Cross Club – become the next generation of Red Crossers in your high school, college or community Join the Public Affairs team – tell the Red Cross story to media and the general public Support fundraising efforts – help with special events and campaigns to raise the funds that make it possible to deliver critical services Provide support at a local chapter office – ensure that day-to-day operations run smoothly by working on projects, welcoming guests and answering phones