Volunteering Services

Volunteers are the heart and soul of the American Red Cross; trained, dedicated people who help their neighbors prevent, prepare for and cope with emergencies. At the Jersey Coast Chapter, our volunteer base encompasses a broad array of people of all ages and backgrounds with one very important common bond-the desire to help. Whether teaching health & safety/disaster classes, providing administrative support, responding to local disasters, assisting our military men and women and their families, or donating blood, our volunteers unselfishly give of their time and talents to insure that we at the Jersey Coast Chapter can meet the needs of our community members But disaster response isn't all we do. There are so many ways you can help save lives. Be a hero and get involved!

To volunteer please do our self assessment first. This will help you decide if the Red Cross is a good fit for you.

Next fill out our volunteer inquiry form online or call the following numbers: Adult Applicants: 732-493-9100 ext.1249; Youth Applicants: 732-493-9100 ext.1230

Once you've filled out our online inquiry form we will contact you to schedule an interview to determine your interest.

VOLUNTEER IN SIX EASY STEPS The six-step process below may take a little time and effort to complete. But it helps you decide how best to serve your community while helping the American Red Cross to fulfill its vital mission of serving those in crisis. Thank you for participation and support.

	CHECK IT OUT. Answer the self-assessment questionnaire and browse the online orientation. The online orientation offers a convenient way for a prospective volunteer to learn more about the 125-year-old Red Cross Movement and the American Red Cross.

	APPLY. Download a printable application to fax or mail. Adult application Youth application (ages 11 - 17)

	LET'S MEET. Sign up for a brief one-on-one interview where you can tell us more about your goals and determine the most fulfilling opportunities for you at the Red Cross.

	VERIFY. Conduct your free mandatory background verification at mybackgroundcheck.com. Forward your verification certificate, normally available in less than 2 days, to volunteer@jerseycoast-redcross.org.

	TRAIN & SERVE. Receive your assignment and/or enroll in applicable training.

	ASK QUESTIONS. Find out more about current Volunteer Opportunities here, or contact your volunteer specialist at 732-493-9100 or volunteer@jerseycoast-redcross.org. Your volunteer specialist will help guide you through the application process.