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Help Your Community RebuildBecome an emergency management volunteer! Email: EMA@blaircountypa. govPhone: 814-940-5901 orPhone: 814-940-5905 When disaster strikes, our community depends on more than just first responders. We rely on neighbors helping neighbors— people just like you. We are currently seeking dedicated volunteers to support our emergency management team in the aftermath of disasters. Whether it is helping with shelter operations, distributing supplies, providing emotional support, or assisting with cleanup, your time and compassion can make a life-changing difference. 🚨 No Experience? No Problem. Training is provided. All we need is your commitment, reliability, and willingness to help when others need it most. Volunteer Roles May Include:Assisting in shelters or emergency centersDelivering food, water, and essential suppliesHelping with damage assessments Supporting logistics and communicationsOffering care and comfort to survivors How to Get Started:Scan the QR code below to sign up. We’ll contact you with meeting details and the next steps. No experience needed—training is provided! Pass a background check Join us and be part of the recovery. Sign up today to help rebuild hope—one act of service at a time. Click Here to Sign Up Printer Friendly PDF - Download
ContactBLAIR COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF EMERGENCY SERVICES 911 & EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT615 4th St. Altoona, PA 16602Phone: 814-940-5900Fax: 814-940-5907Emergency: Dial 911Non-Emergency: 814-940-5910After-Hours: 814-940-5910

Blair County Emergency Management Volunteer Recruitment

The Blair County Emergency Management (EMA) is actively recruiting dedicated volunteers to assist in the aftermath of disasters. The goal is to help the community rebuild and support neighbors when first responders are overwhelmed.

Why Volunteer?

  • Community Impact: Volunteers provide essential support for shelter operations, distributing supplies, emotional support, and cleanup efforts.
  • No Experience Required: Training is provided for all roles. The organization seeks commitment, reliability, and a willingness to help rather than prior experience.

Volunteer Roles

Potential duties include:

  • Assisting in shelters or emergency centers.
  • Delivering food, water, and essential supplies.
  • Helping with damage assessments.
  • Supporting logistics and communications.
  • Offering care and comfort to survivors.

How to Get Started

Interested residents should follow these steps:

  1. Sign Up: Scan the QR code provided in the document or click the "Sign up here" link.
  2. Contact: The EMA will contact you with meeting details and next steps.
  3. Training: No prior experience is needed; training will be provided.
  4. Background Check: You must pass a background check.

Contact Information

  • Email: EMA@blaircountypa. gov
  • Phone: 814-940-5901 or 814-940-5905
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