The American Red Cross helps people in emergencies every day. Whether its half a million disaster victims or one sick child who needs care in a First Aid Room. Volunteers at the Madison/Marshall County Chapter of the American Red Cross are people from all walks of life who are motivated by a common desire to share their life experiences, education and community spirit in support of those in need.  Our volunteers help make it possible for the Red Cross to run smoothly and provide a level of service that could not be achieved without their involvement.

By generously giving of themselves, each volunteer – in his or her own way – contributes significantly to the well-being of friends and neighbors.  In return, volunteers at the Red Cross have an opportunity to learn new skills, meet interesting people, make new friends and play a role in the day-to-day operations of an institution that is a recognized leader in humanitarian services. Our vital work is made possible by people like you, who learn how good it can feel to lend a helping hand.

The American Red Cross needs you!

• Various Opportunies to Help — Red Cross volunteers provide relief to victims of disasters and help people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies.
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• Fits Your Schedule— Your local Red Cross chapter can work with you to provide rewarding experiences, whatever your schedule.
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• No Special Skills Required — The Red Cross needs people with all kinds of different backgrounds, talents and skill levels. And, if you need training, we'll provide it.
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We Depend on Volunteers

Volunteers constitute 96 percent of our total work force to carry on our humanitarian work:

• Every year the Red Cross responds to more than 70,000 disasters—including approximately 150 home fires every day.

• About 11 million Americans turn to us to learn first aid, CPR, swimming, and other health and safety skills. Last year, more than 158,000 people volunteered to teach those courses.

• Half the nation's blood supply— six million pints annually—is collected by more than 155,000 Red Cross volunteers .

• Among our emergency services for the men and women of the armed forces is the delivery of urgent family messages—around the clock and around the globe.

• More than 30,900 volunteers serve as chairs, members of boards of directors, or on advisory boards for local Red Cross units - chapters, Blood Services regions, and military stations.

• As part of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, Red Cross reconnects more than 8,000 families separated by conflicts and disasters around the world through international tracking services and Red Cross messages.

Don't wait another day!

Let us help match your talents and interest with community needs.

For information on Volunteer Opportunities, contact us at:

(256) 536-0084 ext. 210

or

E-mail Volunteer Services

***All Volunteers are required to take training (provided)

and pass a background check if over 18 years of age.***