2026 is here, and it’s a time when many of us are thinking about how to do something meaningful in the New Year. Resolve to make a difference this year by becoming an American Red Cross volunteer.

Volunteers are the true heart of the Red Cross — making up 90% of our workforce and powering our humanitarian mission every day. Whether responding to disasters, teaching lifesaving skills or supporting military families, their impact is profound. Join a team of changemakers working together to make an impact. Sign up here and be part of the solution.

Be the calm during a disaster

Disaster Action Team - Every year, the Red Cross responds to over 65,000 emergencies and the vast majority of these are local, personal crises like home fires. These events may not make headlines, but they shatter lives. For more than 60 years, our Disaster Action Team volunteers have been ready 24/7, 365 days a year — to deliver immediate relief, emotional support, and long-term recovery resources. When disaster strikes, we make sure families never face it alone. Learn more

Disaster Health Services - Join our team of dedicated healthcare professionals and make a difference during large-scale disasters. As a licensed health professional, you’ll have the opportunity to provide essential hands-on care and education to those affected, using your expertise to support communities in need.

Join Us - Your time and talents can drive our lifesaving mission forward. Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday and get started on what will be one of the most rewarding experiences of your life.