Volunteers are the heart of the American Red Cross and we'd like you to join us. We depend on over 1.4 million volunteers nationwide and hundreds in the Cincinnati area to carry out our mission as the world's leading humanitarian relief agency.

As a Red Cross volunteer, you can help people displaced by disaster, or go into schools and show children how to prepare for a fire. You can teach CPR and First Aid, or go out into the community spreading the Red Cross mission. Most of all, Red Cross volunteers help save lives... and what could be more fulfilling than that?

Getting Started

If you are interested in becoming a Red Cross volunteer, the first step is to complete an online application.

Online Application

Upon submitting your application, you will receive a response email describing your next steps. This involves completing an online orientation and attending an in-person Information Session. You will be given instructions on completing you background check and getting registered once your volunteer opportunity is decided.

Check out a list of our volunteer opportunities here.

Red Cross volunteers are among the most important people in our community. Join our team and help us help others!