Board of Directors - American Red Cross Job at American Red Cross, Traverse City, MI

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  • American Red Cross
  • Traverse City, MI

Job Description

Company Description
The American Red Cross prevents and alleviates human suffering in emergencies by mobilizing volunteers and donors. With a mission to prevent and relieve suffering worldwide, the organization relies on the generosity and dedication of its network of supporters. Whether donating time, money, or blood, the Red Cross stands ready to provide compassionate care and life-saving skills every day.

Role Description
This is a volunteer role as a Board Member for the American Red Cross - Northern Michigan Chapter. The Board Member will be responsible for actively participating in meetings, making strategic decisions, and advocating for the organization's mission. 

Last year, the American Red Cross:

  • Responded to 62,000 disasters, big and small, providing shelter, food, comfort and more.
  • Provided lifesaving training and information in first aid, water safety and other skills to more than 6.2 million people.
  • Provided more than 422,000 services to service members, veterans and their families.
  • Collected, tested and delivered about 6.6 million units—40% of the nation’s blood supply— for patients in need.
  • Provided disaster, recovery or disease prevention activities benefiting nearly 174 million people outside the U.S.
Red Cross Board Functions and Requirements
  • Fulfill mission.
  • Develop relationships and resources to assist with volunteer recruitment, fundraising and blood donations.
  • Serve as a Red Cross ambassador.
  • Support chapter board administration.
  • Serve on a committee.
  • Attend board meetings regularly.
  • Contribute toward fundraising goals.
  • Develop and implement an individual board member engagement plan.
  • Participate in volunteer satisfaction and board member surveys.
  • Recruit and cultivate new diverse board members.
  • Track volunteer hours.

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