Thank you for your interest in volunteering with our shelter! It’s people like you who help keep our facility welcoming and our animals happy, healthy, and adoptable. We’ve worked hard to create a volunteer program that not only meets the needs of our shelter animals but also fits the interests and lifestyles of the amazing people in our community.
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With four unique volunteer roles to choose from, we’re confident that everyone can find a place to contribute. Whether you're passionate about hands-on care with cats, prefer behind-the-scenes support, or enjoy community outreach and event planning, our program offers meaningful ways to make a real impact. No matter how you choose to help, your time and effort directly support our mission and improve the lives of the animals in our care.

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Volunteer Opportunities

  • A tabby cat with green eyes lying inside a cardboard box with a soft blanket, under a table.

    Cat Care Volunteer

    Work with experienced cat care team members to clean kennels, feed cats, and provide them with the love and attention needed to remain happy, healthy, and adoptable.

  • A man stands inside a room decorated for Christmas, hanging a green tinsel garland near a window with cats sitting and looking outside.

    Shelter Maintenance Volunteer

    Help us keep the shelter clean, organized, and functional by washing dishes, doing laundry, and assisting with facility maintenance.

  • A woman in black shorts and sunglasses stands with a small dog on a leash at an outdoor event table. Two women with long hair, wearing casual shirts, stand nearby at the event table, which has various flyers and signs. A man is seated at the table in the background, behind a bench, surrounded by green grass and trees.

    Fundraising Volunteer and or Event Help Volunteer

    Fundraising Volunteer: Work closely with shelter directors and other volunteers to plan campaigns, raise awareness for animal welfare, and recruit others to help CHA

    Event Volunteer: Help support the planning and execution of shelter events that help our animals find their forever homes.