Volunteer

How to Become a Volunteer

Step 1: Complete an Online Application

Create a profile in Better Impact, our volunteer management system, and submit your volunteer application.

Step 2: Complete the Onboarding Process

All volunteers 16 years of age and older are required to complete a background check. During onboarding, you will also be asked to provide:

• Government-issued photo ID
• Signed volunteer waivers
• A Current Photo

Step 3: Attend Volunteer Orientation

Once your onboarding is complete, you’ll attend a volunteer orientation and be assigned to a volunteer team and schedule.

Volunteers Ages 12–15

Volunteers between the ages of 12 and 15 are welcome to apply with the following requirements:

• A parent or legal guardian must also apply and be approved as a volunteer.
• The parent or guardian must accompany the minor during all volunteer shifts.
• A separate application is required for each volunteer.
• Due to safety requirements, volunteers under 16 are currently eligible only for our Kitchen & Laundry Team and are not assigned to animal care roles.

Community Service Programs

Court-Ordered Community Service

We welcome court-ordered community service volunteers. Participants are assigned to our Kitchen & Laundry Team, assisting with dishes, laundry, and general facility clean-up.

To apply, complete the standard volunteer application and select “Court Ordered” on your application.

Academic Community Service

Students needing community service hours for school are also welcome to apply.

Academic community service volunteers are assigned to our Kitchen & Laundry Team and are not eligible for animal care assignments.

When completing your application, select “Academic Community Service” and include:

• The number of hours required
• Your completion deadline

We encourage students to apply as early as possible to ensure availability.