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How do I locate the nearest Red Cross center to volunteer?

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Your country's Red Cross page should have a locator on its website. Here is the American version: http://www.redcross.org/find-your-local-chapter

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How do I get a certificate after volunteering?

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You must first attend a certificate training program. The trainer will then send your performance report to the National Headquarters where your certificate is processed. You should get it in the mail in about two months.

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Do you get paid for doing volunteer work?

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Not generally. That's why it's called volunteer work, not a job.

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I am a 10th grade student, but I want to help other people during a disaster. Can I do this too?

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Your local Red Cross chapter may have special opportunities for young volunteers--call or check their listings for details. You can also find out if you have a local chapter of the Red Cross Club--you'll meet other committed young people and work with them to provide disaster relief. If you don't have a local Red Cross Club, you can read about starting one here: http://redcrossyouth.org/college/resources/. And no matter what age you are, you can fundraise or help organize a blood drive for the organization.

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I already filled out the application and need to take the next step. How do I get this information?

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If you have submitted an application and have heard nothing for more than a week, contact the volunteer coordinator to ask about its status.

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Do prospective members need to have a background check?

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Yes, as part of the registration process, volunteers are required to undergo a background check.

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What age does one have to be to be a Red Cross volunteer?

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You may join when you're 14, but you'll be a youth volunteer until you're 18.

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Can a permanent resident became a volunteer?

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In the United States, a permanent resident can volunteer. In general, even people in the country on more temporary visas can legally volunteer, as long as they aren't being compensated.

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What should I do next?

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If you feel like your time volunteering for the Red Cross has come to an end, try researching volunteer positions at other community organizations with missions that you feel passionate about.

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What kind of certificates do I need to be a Red Cross volunteer?

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None! Depending on what kind of volunteering you're doing, they will train you themselves.

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Do I need a diploma or degree to work with Red Cross?

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If you just want to volunteer, then no. Just follow the guidelines in the article. If you'd like to actually work for them, it would depend on the exact job. There are lots of different jobs at the American Red Cross. You can see https://americanredcross.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/American_Red_Cross_Careers for a list of current job openings and click on any openings that interest you to see what the qualifications are.

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I'm 65, can I volunteer?

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Yes! The Red Cross has no official age limit for volunteers.

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Would I receive training for phlebotomy if I was interested in volunteering?

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It depends on where you live, but many Red Cross chapters offer volunteer phlebotomy trainings.

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I'm 70 yrs old. Am I too old to volunteer?

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Yes, you can volunteer. Age is no barrier, provided you are of sound health and mind.

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How can I resign from being a volunteer?

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Etiquette calls for a written resignation. Just keep it simple. Thank them for the opportunity. State a couple of things you learned from the experience. Give a simple reason that you will be unable to continue; no need to give lengthy explanations. State the last day and date you will volunteer. Sign it Sincerely Yours... or Thank you, and your full name. You can hand-deliver the letter if the end date is coming up soon.

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