(From the American Red Cross of North Central Ohio)

The American Red Cross of North Central Ohio is looking for volunteers to serve coffee and conversation to local veterans with the launch of a Coffee Cart service at the new VA Outpatient Clinic in Findlay.

Todd James, Executive Director of the North Central Ohio Chapter, says the Coffee Cart is a way to show appreciation and support to veterans, one of many programs the Red Cross offers to the military and military families. “A cup of coffee may not seem like much, but when it’s served with a smile and a thank you, it means a lot,” said James. Volunteers are needed to work four-hour shifts, 8:00 a.m. – Noon, at the VA Community Based Outpatient Clinic, 1720 E. Melrose Ave. in Findlay. “This coffee cart is just one of many ways we support our local veterans and military families,” said James. “We offer many community-based resiliency programs to support service members, veterans, and military families.”

James says the coffee cart is scheduled to open next month. Volunteers need to be able to lift at least 20 pounds, bend over and stand for up to four hours. Volunteers will be provided with a Red Cross vest to wear during their shift. For more information, contact James at todd.james@redcross.org or (419) 422-9322.