Every day, the American Red Cross helps people in emergencies... whether it's half a million disaster victims or one sick child who needs blood. Our vital work is made possible by people like YOU, who learn how good it can feel to lend a helping hand. Red Cross "everyday heroes" come from all walks of life. They're all ages. Everyone has something special to offer... including you.

You're needed by the Red Cross. Right now.

Too busy? Your local Red Cross can work with you to provide rewarding experiences, whatever your schedule. Think you don't have any skills to offer? You'd be surprised. And, if you need training, we'll provide it. We depend on volunteers, who are 90 percent of our total work force, to carry on our humanitarian work.

Every year, the Red Cross is there for victims of hurricanes, earthquakes, and other disasters -including families forced from their homes by fire every day. Over 13,000 area residents turn to us to learn first aid, CPR, swimming, and other health and safety skills. Among our emergency services for the men and women of the armed forces is the delivery of urgent family messages -- one every hour of every day.

As part of the International Red Cross Movement, we work to ease human suffering on a global scale.  Don't wait another day to find out how good it feels to wear the Red Cross emblem. Contact the Chemung-Schuyler Chapter American Red Cross at (607) 734-3317 for more information right now or fill out our handy form to find the best volunteer position for you.

We need you now! Let us match your skills to the needs of our community. Free training is provided. Volunteer locations are all around Chemung and Schuyler Counties, so you can choose a location close to home.