Needs From: Volunteer Bismarck-Mandan

Turn your compassion into action by becoming Red Cross Volunteer. Communities across the country count on the Red Cross every day.

The need remains critical and constant. From helping people afflicted by local disasters, like home fires and floods, and potentially larger disasters elsewhere, you can make a difference.

Ninety percent of our workforce are volunteers who are inspired to give back. Discover the volunteer role that’s right for you. Join us today and discover one of the ways you can be the best part of a disaster victim's day. We can't do it without you and are actively recruiting for these critical volunteer roles:  

 

Disaster Action Team

Every 8 minutes the Red Cross responds to a disaster and it’s the compassionate volunteers, who make our mission to prevent and alleviate human suffering possible.  When you become a volunteer, you’re helping to turn tragedy into hope.

 

If interested Click Here to apply or visit www.redcross.org/givetime

For questions or more information email mndakvolunteer@redcross.org or call (701) 364-1800

The Red Cross supports community disaster resiliency through three unique programs: Youth Preparedness, Adult Preparedness, and Sound the Alarm. The Red Cross is looking for passionate volunteers who are willing to present disaster preparedness education to youth or adults, as well as volunteers who can assist with the installation of smoke alarms in the community.

Presenter

Speaking to groups of children or adults Facilitating group activities Managing supplies during presentations Successful completion of presenter training modules Responsibilities may vary depending on specific program interest Presentations will typically occur on-site, however virtual opportunities may be available.

Installation

Execute assigned projects and local preparedness activities according to the Home Fire Campaign activities (canvassing, fire prevention and safety education, smoke alarm installation, documentation, etc.) you are trained to do. Complete tasks such as implementing preparedness activities, meeting with partners to build relationships, conducting inventory, and procuring or receiving necessary preparedness supplies. 

 

 

Program Details:

Disaster and Emergency Preparedness for Youth

Prepare with Pedro (Kindergarten–2nd Grade): A 30–45 min preparedness program for students
that follows Pedro the Penguin and his friends as they learn how to be prepared and take action during an emergency. The Pillowcase Project (3rd–5th Grade):
A 40–60 min presentation that covers local hazards, coping skills and personal and family preparedness through a “Learn, Practice, Share” framework.

Disaster and Emergency Preparedness for Adults

Be Red Cross Ready:
The presentation is designed to teach people how to prepare for and respond appropriately to disasters likely to occur in their community such as hurricanes, wildfires, earthquakes, tornadoes, etc. Hands Only CPR: A 30 min training teaching hands-only technique for CPR. Participants learn how to check for consciousness, call 911 (or the local emergency number) and give continuous chest compressions. CPR training certification is not provided through this course. Ready Rating: A 30 min presentation explaining our free membership program to help businesses, schools, or organizations become better prepared for disasters and other emergencies.

 

Sound the Alarm

The Sound the Alarm program assists community members to prepare for home fires and other disasters through fire prevention and safety education, smoke alarm installation, documentation, etc. 

To apply, visit www.redcross.org/givetime or contact Volunteer Services at mndakvolunteer@redcross.org