AMERICAN RED CROSS McDonough County Chapter  1224 Maple Avenue     Macomb IL 61455    Telephone: (309) 837-1594 | Fax: (309) 833-2791   Email:  arcmcdon@macomb.com

Volunteer Opportunities

 See VolunteerMatch for a complete listing of other opportunities

                                                            DISASTER READINESS & RESPONSE
                                                                        -  respond to local emergencies and disasters*
                                                                        -  be available for national disaster response*
                                                                        -  serve on local disaster committees*
                                                                        -  provide leadership to local response teams*
                                                                        -  organize and maintain disaster response supplies*
                                                                        -  work at preparedness tables at fairs, special days, etc.
                                                                        -  provide educational talks and programs in the communities*
                                                                        -  lead children and youth disaster education programs*
                                                                        -  assist in preparation of disaster volunteer newsletters

                                                            BLOOD DRIVES
                                                                        -  sponsor a drive
                                                                        -  make scheduling calls
                                                                        -  assist donors during the drive
                                                                        -  prepare food for the canteen
                                                                        -  help move equipment before and after drives

                                                            CHAPTER ADMINISTRATION
                                                                        -  design and maintain local Web site
                                                                        -  establish and maintain inventories
                                                                        -  assist with large mailings
                                                                        -  work in parades, at fairs, etc. to promote Red Cross
                                                                        -  help with buildings and grounds maintenance

                                                            HEALTH and SAFETY CLASSES
                                                                        -  become a class instructor*
                                                                        -  oversee trainers/teachers communication and scheduling
                                                                        -  provide care for manikins and supplies
                                                                        -  assist in preparation of quarterly newsletters

                                                            *  class training required and provided

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