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Volunteer FAQ

How old do you have to be to volunteer?

All volunteers must be at least 16 years old. All volunteers who are under 18 years old must provide their parent/guardian’s agreement signature.

How long does it take between attending new volunteer orientation to when you begin to volunteer?

It depends largely on our needs and if you’re qualified and available to make a commitment to an open position, and our availability to schedule you for orientation and training.

Do I have to work a regularly scheduled shift in order to volunteer?

It depends on the volunteer role and our needs. Transport volunteers and "at home" volunteers have great flexibility as to when they choose to donate hours. Most of the other volunteer roles require a commitment to a regular weekly shift for 3-4 hours - for example, from noon to 3 p.m. every Monday for a regular period of 3 months.

May I receive credit for school community service for volunteering?

Yes. Please note that we will sign your completed service hours at the end of your agreed upon commitment.

Can I complete my court-ordered community service hours here?

Yes. You must notify the Volunteer Manager in advance. The crime must be disclosed in advance, and the Operations Manager must approve the service in advance. Please note that we will sign your completed service hours at the end of the three-month commitment.

Do you have any group volunteer opportunities?

Occasionally we will have a larger projects that can utilize a group of volunteers. Such as making cat cozy blankets, organizing a small fundraiser, putting up posters in the community, making YouTube videos. However group opportunities are pretty rare. Please contact us if you are interested in a group opportunity.

If you have any other questions, please contact us via the contact form.