Many people go through life and miss out on one of life's most terrific blessings - volunteering!

One of life's richest rewards is the feeling one gets after completing a volunteering opportunity. Whether it is running an errand for someone who is immobile, taking time to say something nice to a stranger who is in the hospital or in a rest home, or assisting others who have suffered from a disaster, the rewards received after these types of good deeds are among life's best blessings.

Are you missing out on your blessings? If so, the American Red Cross can help one begin to reap the many blessings that come from volunteering. Volunteers are needed every day to help people who are suffering from a disaster, forward an emergency communications message for the military and their families, and to help local people learn CPR and First Aid skills to save a life.

Volunteering not only fulfills one's personal blessings but also is a blessing to others during their time of need. Become a volunteer with the American Red Cross and become a part of a winning team! Volunteers are people who want to make a difference. Call the American Red Cross of Augusta at 706-724-8481 for information on how to make a difference.