My first 100 hours of volunteering with the American Red Cross has been so much fun and a great experience. I have learned so much about the organization, from the history, their mission, and everything they do that is not just blood. Before I started volunteering here, I thought it was a place where you give blood. It is so much more than blood, and I enjoy telling people in the community that it is not just about that. As a volunteer, I have assisted in volunteer recruitment, placement, record keeping, and recognition. I was CPR certified before my internship, so I was familiar with the process and could tell others about the CPR/AED courses the American Red Cross offers. I have learned how to administer immediate care during an emergency with an ill or injured person before EMS arrives, respond to health emergencies, and support those impacted by wildfires, hurricanes, flooding, and tornados. Understanding how they respond to these natural disasters, including emergency response plans, resource allocation, and how they coordinate with other agencies, gave me the skills to make rapid decisions and adapt in high-stress situations like natural disasters. I have assisted in community events to represent the Red Cross and help in blood drives by checking patients in, greeting them, and answering any questions they have. I have also prepared flyers and one sheet for tabling events and writing thank you cards for donors we mail out. I have enjoyed working with other volunteers and getting to know them. I have met some people volunteering with The Red Cross for over 20 years, which impressed me. Interning with this organization has given me real-world experiences in disaster relief, preparedness, and health services. The hands-on training it has provided me can make me more competitive in future healthcare, public safety, and humanitarian aid roles.