By becoming a volunteer at the Greater Buffalo Chapter, you are joining the proud tradition of the American Red Cross. Founded in 1881, the American Red Cross has been helping people across the nation and around the world for over 120 years. As an organization founded on and operated through volunteer efforts, we appreciate your willingness to lend time and energy towards continuing our humanitarian tradition. With approximately 1.2 million volunteers nationwide, the Red Cross depends on the work of volunteers to provide its services and programs to the community.