MOVE USA Mar 2026 Tech Talk - Red Cross Volunteer Options
John Dungan brings more than 35 years of non-profit leadership and a deep commitment to helping people through their most difficult moments. As the Community Disaster Program Specialist for the Central and Northern Missouri Chapter of the American Red Cross since 2017, he has recruited, trained, and supported volunteers who have helped thousands of families recover from disasters such as home fires, tornadoes, and floods.
In this session, John will share how you can make a meaningful impact in your community—without deploying to large-scale disasters—by volunteering locally with the American Red Cross. While the organization responds to over 60,000 disasters annually, most are neighborhood emergencies that depend on volunteers, who make up more than 90% of the workforce.
Participants will explore a range of opportunities, including direct support for families, disaster coordination, logistics, technology roles, and flexible remote options. Whether you prefer hands-on engagement or behind-the-scenes support, you’ll learn how to use your skills to make a lasting difference and help build stronger, more prepared communities.
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- Co-sponsored by IEEE-USA MOVE Program
- Starts 25 March 2026 04:00 AM UTC
- Ends 01 April 2026 01:00 AM UTC
- No Admission Charge
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John Dungan of Northern Missouri Chapter of the American Red Cross
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John Dungan is driven by a deep commitment to supporting people through their most difficult moments. For more than 35 years, he has worked in non-profit leadership equipping dedicated volunteers, sharing his passion for helping others in times of crisis. His leadership style is rooted in empathy and empowerment, creating an environment where volunteers feel supported, valued, and confident in their ability to serve their communities. Since 2017, John has served as the Community Disaster Program Specialist for the Central and Northern Missouri Chapter of the American Red Cross. In this role, he helps recruit, train, and inspire volunteers to serve their neighbors facing emergencies ranging from home fires to tornadoes, floods, and hurricanes. Together with the volunteer teams he supports, John has helped thousands of individuals and families navigate the aftermath of disaster over the past nine years. John not only finds purpose in making a difference, but also in helping others discover the joy and meaning that comes from transforming traumatic experiences into pathways for healing, renewal, and hope. John remains passionate about building compassionate, prepared communities throughout Missouri and beyond.
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