Get involved
Volunteers are the friendly faces of the Northern California Community Blood Bank — pouring juice in the canteen, welcoming donors at registration, keeping the office humming, and driving the Bloodmobile to towns across Humboldt and Del Norte counties. No medical experience needed.
Open volunteer roles
Every role below supports donors and patients on the North Coast. Tell us which one sounds like you and we'll take it from there.
Make local connections while helping donors recharge.
As a Canteen Volunteer, you're the warm welcome and friendly face after a donor rolls up their sleeve. You'll serve refreshments, share great conversations with neighbors, and make sure everyone feels comfortable and appreciated post-donation. It's a hands-on way to meet incredible people, brighten someone's day, and directly support lifesaving efforts right here in our community.
Power the mission behind the scenes and strengthen our neighborhood outreach.
Every successful blood drive starts with strong backend support. In an administrative role, you'll work alongside a passionate team assisting with filing, essential mailings, and local recruitment outreach. If you love staying organized and want to make a tangible, lasting difference in local healthcare without working in a clinical setting, this role is a perfect fit.
Be at the heart of community action at our local drives.
Help us create a smooth, welcoming environment for every donor who walks through the door. As a Blood Drive Assistant, you'll greet community members, guide them through registration, and help our mobile and center drives run seamlessly. You'll connect with people from across the region, knowing your energy and hospitality create the experience that keeps donors coming back.
Keep our local supply lines moving and drive real change.
Get out into the community and keep operations running smoothly behind the wheel of our standard fleet vehicles. You'll handle local pickups and deliveries, transport vital supplies, and support event setups. It's a rewarding, independent role where every trip directly supports patient care and keeps our regional blood supply moving where it's needed most.
Bring lifesaving donation opportunities directly to our neighbors.
Our mobile unit is how we bring the blood bank straight to local schools, businesses, and neighborhood centers. As a Bloodmobile Driver, you'll pilot our specialized vehicle to scheduled drives across the region, positioning the unit so community members can give back right in their own backyards. It's a vital, high-impact role that delivers hope to our local healthcare system.
Why volunteer here
We're an independent, volunteer-supported nonprofit that has served this region since 1951. We prioritize local patients — the hospitals we serve every day are right here in Humboldt and Del Norte counties — so the time you give shows up close to home.
Volunteer FAQ
Call or email and tell us which role interests you. Prefer to give in another way? You can also host a blood drive or make an appointment to donate.
