There are many ways you can volunteer before, during, and after a disaster.  Visit the following voluntary agencies and learn more about volunteer opportunities within their organization.

The American Red Cross helps people involved in emergencies every day, whether it's a 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 if can feel to lend a helping hand.

After the attacks of September 11, people around the country asked "How can I help"? Citizen Corps was created to answer that question. Citizen Corps provides a variety of volunteer opportunities to meet people's interests and experience.

To learn more about Citizen Corps

Minnesota Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (MNVOAD), is the counterpart for the state of Minnesota to National Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (NVOAD).

During times of disaster, MNVOAD member organizations independently provide a variety of relief and recovery services to victims. MNVOAD facilitates improved service delivery by fostering cooperation, coordination, communication and collaboration (the 4 Cs) between voluntary agencies, government and the greater community.

Are you and Organization that would like to partner with MN VOAD?

Would you like to become a volunteer?

When the severe weather sirens sound do you:
If you run to the porch you may be a great candidate for weather spotting through SkyWarn. Although SkyWarn is advertised as an amateur radio program it is open to all people interested in amateur radio and weather spotting.

For more information check out the Metro SkyWarn Training Program

Contact Saint Paul Emergency Management for training schedules within the city. 651-266-5492

From its inception, The Salvation Army has relied heavily on volunteers in all of its programs. Often referred to as “the army behind The Army," volunteers play a crucial role in The Salvation Army's ability to strengthen and extend its services throughout the community.

Volunteers are valuable assets in The Salvation Army's efforts to meet the changing needs of our community. Through the skills and experience they bring to The Army, volunteers make significant contributions not only in terms of time, but also in terms of the impact on the lives of those they assist.

Volunteer Opportunities