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People of all ages make up approximately 4,200 volunteers in the Indiana Region, including members of Gen Z who participate through nearly 20 Red Cross Clubs at universities and high schools across the Indiana Region.
Generation after generation – from Gen Z to the Silent Generation – local communities have shown that compassion is one of their greatest strengths. In moments when help can’t wait, volunteers of all ages and backgrounds come together to offer care, comfort, and hope. Their commitment reflects a shared humanitarian spirit that connects people across time and continues to make a meaningful difference through the Red Cross’s lifesaving mission – one that has supported families for more than half of the country’s 250-year history.
This month during Red Cross Month, the Red Cross honors how people today deliver support when help can’t wait. Every contribution matters; visit redcross.org to get involved by volunteering, making a financial donation, giving blood or taking a class in lifesaving skills.
Growing need for volunteers
Today, volunteers are mobilizing for nearly twice as many disasters as they did a decade ago, including home fires, the nation’s most frequent disaster. As these emergencies continue to increase, the need for compassionate, well-prepared volunteers has never been greater. From severe storms to home fires, communities rely on a dedicated volunteer network ready to respond at a moment’s notice. That’s why the Red Cross is calling on more people to step forward: so no one has to face an emergency alone.
The Red Cross is proud that its volunteers reflect the diversity of the communities they serve. Individuals of all ages, backgrounds, and experience levels are encouraged to get involved.
Right now, the most urgent volunteer opportunities across the Indiana Region are:
- Disaster Action Team (DAT): Support local families after a home fire or other emergency. DAT volunteers offer emotional care, emergency financial assistance and recovery information to help households take their first steps forward.
- Shelter Volunteers: Assist residents staying in emergency shelters by helping meet their immediate needs and connecting them with additional resources and services.
- Blood Donor Ambassadors: Welcome and guide donors at blood drives, assist with registration, answer questions, share important information and provide support in the refreshment area.
- Blood Transportation Specialists: Help save lives by delivering blood products from Red Cross facilities to nearby hospitals. If you enjoy driving, have some flexible time and like connecting with people, this role could be a perfect fit.
Make a difference in your community. Put on a red vest and become part of the Red Cross volunteer team. Visit redcross.org to learn more and sign up today. Free online training will be provided.