Volunteer Café Host at Blood Drives

Make a Difference for Blood Donors
Help create a positive and welcoming experience for blood donors! As a Volunteer Café Host, you’ll support donors after their donation by serving refreshments, offering appreciation for their generosity, and helping monitor donor well-being in the recovery area.
Volunteers are needed at donor centers across Rhode Island and at mobile blood drives hosted at businesses, community organizations, colleges, and high schools throughout the South Coast of Massachusetts, the Blackstone Valley, and the Worcester metro area.
Volunteer Responsibilities
- Set up and/or take down the donor café area
- Offer beverages and snacks to blood donors
- Replenish and stock café supplies
- Observe donors for signs of slow recovery or reactions
- Alert staff immediately if a donor experiences a reaction
- Thank donors for their time and lifesaving contribution
- Keep the café area clean, organized, and welcoming
- provide assistance in greeting volunteer and directing donor flow as needed
Ideal Volunteer
Volunteers should be:
- Friendly and welcoming
- Comfortable interacting with the public
- Dependable and attentive
- Able to follow staff instructions and safety procedures
Why Volunteer?
Blood donors provide lifesaving support to patients in need every day. Your kindness and assistance help ensure donors feel appreciated, comfortable, and cared for during their visit.