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Become a Volunteer

BECOME A VOLUNTEER

Volunteers are the heart of our shelter—if you’re passionate about helping animals, we’d love to have you join us. We invite you to learn more about us by:

• Reviewing the Volunteer Handbook.
• Explore the departments in need of volunteers and their time commitments.
• Then submit your application below. 

Students seeking project-based or short-term volunteer opportunities - click here.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

OTHER VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

HOW TO APPLY FOR VOLUNTEER POSITIONS

Please complete the volunteer applications. Be sure to read the volunteer role descriptions above, indicating age and commitment requirements for each area. Junior volunteers (ages 12–15) and their accompanying adult must each submit a separate application.

HOW TO APPLY FOR GROUP VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Please complete our group volunteer interest form.