Interesting Links:
American Red Cross (National) Youth Information
American Red Cross Youth Website
International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies Youth Page
Article about the First American Red Cross Youth Volunteers “The Little Six”
Are you an active, concerned, young citizen? The American Red Cross has many volunteer opportunities for you!
Take your Volunteerism Online
The American Red Cross is now on Facebook and Twitter!
Follow us on Twitter @CenTexRedCross
Friend us on Facebook
Upoming Volunteer Opportunities
Administrative Help in the Office
Fire Plan and Emergency Preparedness Information Distribution
Mass CPR (University of Texas)
March is Red Cross Month
Restaurants for The Red
Fund Red Third Party Fundraising
Navin Narayan Scholarship is Available
The Navin Narayan Scholarship was named in honor of a past chair to the National Youth Council who embodied what it means to be a youth of the American Red Cross. The winner of this prestigious scholarship can also be proud that they are being associated with someone who was such an amazing advocate for youth involvement in the American Red Cross. We strongly encourage any of our amazing youth volunteers to apply for this one time award of $2,500. If you have any questions or concerns please contact the chapter.
Applications are due January 26th, 2010 so please hurry!
Visit http://redcrossyouth.org/contests-and-scholarships/navin-narayan-college-scholarship-and-speaker-award/ for more information!
Red Cross Clubs Show off Web Savvy
University of Texas Club Website: http://sites.google.com/site/redcrossutaustin/
Westwood High School Club Website: http://redcrosswestwood.webs.com/
Disney Give a Day Get a Day
Whether you’re interested in volunteering or in receiving a free ticket to Walt Disney World Resorts, the Disney Give a Day Get a Day program is perfect for you. Volunteers who work with the Red Cross for a day will receive a free one day ticket to DiseyWorld. Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult, and some additional paperwork is necessary. Visit http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/disneyparks/en_US/WhatWillYouCelebrate/index?name=Give-A-Day-Get-A-Disney-Day for more Information or contact the Red Cross volunteer services at volunteerservices@centex,redcross.org for details
There are a variety of ways to volunteer at home or with a group you’ve already got in place. Have you considered….
...A fundraising campaign, either collecting change, or creating a guitar hero contest?
...Gathering new stuffed animals to give to children after a housefire or other disaster?
...Volunteering in the chapter office a few times a month to help keep costs down?
...Taking a CPR or First Aid class to gain valuable lifesaving skills?
...Representing the Red Cross at a health fair, parade, or local event?
...Sending Christmas Cards to our servicemen and women abroad?
If these sound interesting to you, let us know. We can help you make a difference in your community!
Becoming a Youth Volunteer:
1. Check and see if your school has an American Red Cross club.
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If there is a club: Contact the club’s officers for more information.
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If there is not a club:
A. Complete and return the Volunteer Application Form. Please return the application via fax to (512) 928-2816; via mail: 2218 Pershing Dr Austin, Texas 78723 (Austin office) ATTN: Amber Cooney; or in person to our Austin Office.
B. Complete and pass the online Background Check (Only applicants who are 18 or over)
C. Attend a New Volunteer Orientation:
Regularly scheduled orientations are the 2nd Monday of each month.
To attend, register with the Customer Service Coordinator, Melissa Payne, at (512) 929-1294 or mpayne@centex.redcross.org.
D. Have a Meet-and-Greet session with Amber Cooney to help find volunteer opportunities for you.
Starting a Club at Your School:
Didn’t see your school on the list but you’d like to start one? Contact Amber Cooney at acooney@centex.redcross.org to get started! It is a simple process, and all you need to do is meet with the Red Cross, find a sponsor or advisor with your school, and then get your club approved by the school. Red Cross Staffers are ready and willing to walk you through the entire process so get started today!
Volunteer Opportunities:
1. Previous Events (Link to ‘Potential Youth Events’ document)
2. Check your local school club for school based events. If there is not a club at your school, contact Amber Cooney at acooney@centex.redcross.org to find out more information.
