Bring Care, Connection, and Critical Support to Those Who Serve Step into a role where your time and talents directly strengthen the military community. As a Service to the Armed Forces (SAF) Outreach Volunteer, you’ll build meaningful connections with service members, recruits, and their families—ensuring they are informed, supported, and empowered with life-changing Red Cross resources. Through outreach, education, and relationship-building, you help bridge the gap between those who serve and the support they deserve—creating stronger, more resilient communities every day.
- Connect with Purpose: Engage service members, recruits, and families at installations, MEPS, and Guard/Reserve events—creating meaningful, supportive interactions.
- Share Life-Changing Resources: Lead and support briefings, presentations, and outreach tables that raise awareness of vital Red Cross services.
- Educate & Empower: Deliver engaging presentations on programs like Emergency Services, Wellness Workshops, Military Caregiver Support, and the Military to Veteran Network.
- Guide with Care: Help individuals navigate available resources and confidently access the support they need.
- Build Strong Partnerships: Develop and maintain relationships with military leaders, community partners, and internal Red Cross teams.
- Represent the Mission: Serve as a professional and compassionate ambassador of the Red Cross in every interaction.
- Protect & Respect: Follow all policies while safeguarding personal and sensitive information.
- Adapt to Make an Impact: Support evolving outreach needs to expand reach and effectiveness in your community.
What makes you a great fit?
- People-First Communicator: You connect easily with others and communicate clearly, whether one-on-one or in front of a group.
- Confident Presenter: You enjoy sharing information and engaging diverse audiences in meaningful ways.
- Collaborative & Independent: You thrive working with a team while also taking initiative on your own.
- Reliable & Adaptable: You show up ready to contribute and can adjust to different environments and audiences.
- Mission-Driven: You’re committed to following Red Cross policies and supporting its values with professionalism and integrity.
- Skills & Experience
- Tech-Comfortable: You can use Microsoft Office and basic online tools to support presentations and outreach efforts.
- Relationship Builder: You build trust and collaborate effectively with colleagues, community partners, and leadership.
- Service-Aware: You have (or are willing to learn) knowledge of Red Cross services and how they support military communities.