American Red Cross Virtual Open House to Learn About Volunteer Positions
Critical Need for Blood Donor Ambassadors and Blood Transportation Specialists

[October 31, 2020]  You are invited to a virtual open house to learn about a variety of Red Cross volunteer positions on Thursday, November 5 from 6:30 p.m.- 7:00 p.m. or Thursday, November 12 from 3:30 p.m.- 4:00 p.m.

Attend one of the events to learn more about Red Cross volunteer opportunities including:

Blood Donor Ambassador - These volunteers welcome blood donors when they arrive at local blood drivers, take temperatures and ensure visitors comply with social distancing and wear masks, assist donors with checking in and make the experience as comfortable and pleasant as possible. If you are friendly, have a knack for good customer service, and are passionate about health and safety, we can help you become a terrific Blood Donor A picture containing person, building, indoor, person

Blood Transportation Specialist- Volunteers who deliver life-saving blood products from Red Cross distribution facilities to hospitals, using a Red Cross-owned vehicle.

These roles are an important part of the Red Cross mission delivery and provide a meaningful volunteer experience. Please join us for an informative and fun 30-minute conversation about the Red Cross Blood Volunteer Team and learn about opportunities in your area.

Visit redcross.org/bloodambassador to register. You will receive the event link via email once you register.

About the American Red Cross of Illinois
The American Red Cross of Illinois serves 12.4 million people in 88 counties in Illinois, Iowa and Missouri

The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; supplies about 40 percent of the nation's blood; teaches skills that save lives; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families.

The Red Cross is a not-for-profit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission. For more information, please visit us at Redcross.org/Illinois.

[Drew Brown, Regional Communications & Marketing Manager, American Red Cross of Illinois]