Volunteering FAQ

For most roles, you must be at least 18 years old. But foster volunteers must be at least 16 years old. This includes general fostering, and our Shelter to Service volunteer foster trainer program. Sign up for an orientation session today!

Host a fundraiser or donation drive. Past fundraisers have included donated birthdays, live streams, lemonade stands, and much more.

Or consider fostering as a family to get involved. Start the foster orientation process to hear about the realities and rewards of this unique volunteer role from experienced foster parents. Bring your questions to this free, no-obligation information session.

Weekend and evening volunteer opportunities are available.

We ask for a commitment of six months with at least eight hours each month.

We require a six month minimum commitment from all volunteers. We cannot accommodate short-term community service volunteer opportunities or sign off on hours before this six month commitment is complete.

You and your pet might be a great addition to our Pet Hug Pack® therapy animal program, or consider becoming a foster family.

Yes! Consider becoming a foster home! Every new foster family means another pet rescued from an overburdened, public shelter. Find out more about the foster program.

Other remote volunteer opportunities include event coordination, providing assistance through the Resource Center to pet guardians in need, and more.

Most volunteer jobs require additional training sessions or prerequisites while some jobs can be started right away. Depending on how quickly you progress through the training it will generally take 2-4 weeks to start volunteering.

We currently do not have one-time volunteer opportunities for groups. Your group can still help by hosting a fundraiser or donation drive.