Become a Red Cross Star!

GIVE THE GIFT OF TIME...

Your help is needed to support the work of your local Red Cross.
Please consider volunteering a few hours of your free time.

The Sussex County Chapter of the American Red Cross relies on volunteers to support the great variety of programs and services offered to Sussex County residents.  Our volunteers are a dedicated group of individuals we consider stars.  Their skills and commitment are truly valued in our organization.

The next volunteer orientation session is scheduled for Tuesday, February 9, 2010 at 7:00pm.  A personal interview is required prior to orientation.  To learn more, please contact MaryAnn Maikisch at 973-579-1600 email at mmaikisch@sussexredcross.org. 

Health and Safety Instructor
Volunteers teach health and safety skills to adults, youth and community groups.  Classes are continually created, expanded and updated to meet community needs.

Disaster Action Team Member
Provides emergency assistance directly or indirectly to persons affected by disaster.  Responds to disaster scenes and other emergencies to offer assistance to those affected by the incident.

Special Events Volunteer
Volunteers help during special fundraising events, such as the semi-annual Coin Collection or Red Cross Night at the Skyhawks Ball Park.

Community Education Volunteer
Present educational programs to grade school children about topics such as water safety, hand washing and fire safety. 

Chapter Support Aide
Volunteers help the chapter to run smoothly by answering telephones; registering people for classes; assisting with mailings; data entry and providing clerical assistance.

THERE ARE SO MANY DIFFERENT WAYS TO VOLUNTEER YOUR TIME TO THE RED CROSS...
DECIDE TODAY THAT YOU WOULD LIKE TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE.
BECOME A RED CROSS VOLUNTEER.

Red Cross Volunteers Receive Free Training
to Teach Responsible Babysitter Training to Local Youth

The American Red Cross Sussex County Chapter teaches local youth ages 11-15 important information and lifesaving skills needed to become Responsible Babysitters.  But we need your help!  Volunteer instructors are needed to deliver Responsible Babysitter Training in middle schools throughout Sussex County.  The course is generally offered in three 2-hour sessions weekdays right after school from 4-6pm or on Saturdays from 9am-4pm.  Free instructor training will be provided as well as free training in First Aid and CPR.  No prior teaching experience is required.  However, a commitment to excellence is important! 

Volunteers are also needed to assist in the office weekdays anytime between 8:30am and 4:30pm to help with a variety of activities, including: providing clerical support; data entry; assisting with mailings; setting up course materials and/or filing. 

Even if you work full-time during the day, you can become a valued Red Cross volunteer.  The Red Cross operates 24-hours-a-day, 365-days-a-year and therefore, volunteers are needed anytime.  Free training is provided!  Make a commitment now to share your time and talent to support your local Red Cross and the people of Sussex County.  You’ll be glad you did!

Call 973-579-1600 for Information on Volunteer Opportunities now available.

Volunteers help teach the community ways to be prepared for emergencies
during a Together We Prepare Weekend, held at SCCC.

Sussex County Chapter Volunteers made an appearance on the CBS Morning Show
to kick off the Pledge to Prepare Campaign

Disaster Volunteers test their skills and knowledge at a recent disaster shelter drill.