Red Cross volunteer force grows 25% with Gen Z leading the increase.

New Red Cross data shows volunteers exceed 325,000 nationwide, a nearly 25% rise over three years, with Gen Z now the largest cohort at about 42%.

New data from the American Red Cross shows the organization's volunteer ranks now exceed 325,000 nationwide. Volunteer numbers have risen nearly 25% over the past three years as part of a post‑pandemic rebound. The report identifies Gen Z as the fastest‑growing and largest volunteer cohort, driven largely by student‑led Red Cross clubs. The data was released during Red Cross Month, which highlights how volunteers support disaster response and blood donation efforts. Key facts: - The volunteer force is reported at more than 325,000 people, up nearly 25% over three years. - Gen Z represents about 42% of volunteers and is the fastest‑growing group, with many joining through student Red Cross clubs and serving as blood donor ambassadors. - Millennials make up roughly 24% of volunteers, Baby Boomers about 18%, Gen X about 9%, and the Silent Generation about 7%. - Generations tend to fill different roles: Millennials are often on local Disaster Action Teams, Boomers frequently serve as blood transportation specialists, and older volunteers contribute long-term experience across missions. Summary: The increase in volunteers expands the Red Cross’s capacity to support communities across disasters and blood services and signals notable youth engagement. Red Cross Month activities were noted in the report, and Red Cross Giving Day is scheduled for March 25; other campaign elements were reported as occurring through March.