Volunteers Lend a Helping Paw
Our volunteers are the heart and soul of our organization. They are more than “Friends,” they are family. Because of our small staff, we rely on volunteers each and every day to ensure we are the best shelter around. Our dedicated volunteers do so many things, it’s hard to enumerate. They cuddle cats, pamper pups, walk dogs, counsel adopters, clean cages, transport animals, stuff envelopes . . . We think you get the picture!
Some of our most dedicated volunteers are students under the age of 18. These “Kid Crusaders” aren’t afraid to push up their sleeves and go to work. Plus, volunteering at our shelter is a great way to earn community-service hours.
In general, volunteers tirelessly give of their time and talents, and are always at the ready to lend a helping “paw.” The best rewards? Purrs, tail wags, and the glowing satisfaction of knowing they are “saving strays every day.”
Join Our Team
- Before joining our Friends family, we ask that you attend a brief orientation session. It’s the perfect way to find out more about who we are and what you might be doing. Orientations are offered on a monthly basis. Check out our orientation dates and schedule your orientation now to get started!
Volunteer Opportunities
- Are you an animal lover and want to lend a paw? No matter how much time you have available, we have a variety of opportunities where you can channel your energy for change.
Current Volunteers
- Login to update your contact information, including e-mail, address, or phone, because we don’t want you to miss out on any of our communications. Use this same log-in to to record your volunteer-activity hours.
Latest Needs
- Check out the volunteer eNews for the latest shelter information and to find out how you can make a difference right now.
Volunteer Awards
- Recognizing our valued volunteer contributions (awards, news, and other honors).
Become a Foster
- Become a foster to one of our animals.
