We’d love to have you join our volunteer family! There are many opportunities- some in the shelter, and some you can do from your own home. See the list below for just SOME of our opportunities! And be sure to follow us on social media and “join the pack” to get our monthly emails. That will keep you up to date on activities where the SPCA could use your help!
IMPORTANT VOLUNTEERING INFORMATION:
We are in high need of consistent volunteers that can commit to a schedule and help with cleaning tasks around the shelter. Kitty Cuddlers are welcome to come visit and snuggle cats during our open hours of Tuesday-Saturday from 12-4, but it is not a volunteering position.
– Are you able to help with cleaning cages, scooping litter boxes, laundry, dishes, etc.?
– Are you able to help between 8am – 11am on the given day(s) of your choice?
– Are you able to make at least a 6-month commitment to a regular, weekly volunteer shift?
If the answer to any of these questions is “no”, a volunteer position in our organization may not be the best fit for you. Please feel free to connect with our volunteer staff at info@spcahancockcounty.org to discuss any questions or concerns.
Shelter helpers are 14 years or older and help out with general cleaning around the shelter, from washing dishes to folding laundry and other housecleaning tasks. These little things may not seem like much but it sure piles up with so many animals, and we truly appreciate the helping hands!
Shelter helper training usually happens on Fridays at 9am to 10am. Please make sure to reserve your spot and fill out an application first.
Cat care helpers are 14 years or older and clean cat cages and cat community rooms. They may eventually learn more advanced handling techniques such as microchipping and nail trimming and restraining a stressed animal. They need to give attention to detail and notice changes in cats and report health concerns.
Cat care usually happens on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays in the morning. Please make sure to fill out an application first and then reserve your spot when one becomes available.
Come spend some time with our approved pups walking them through our private trail system, playing with them in the yards, or cuddling with them in the Real Life Room. Dog volunteers must be 18 years old. No exceptions.