Volunteer Information
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Street Address:
City/State/Zip
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Cell Phone (if different than home):
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Are you at least 18 years of age? YesNo
Please note that volunteers under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times unless other arrangements have been made with Caring For Creatures
The number of hours a week that I can commit to volunteering are: 1 - 23 - 45 - 67 - 8Other
If other, please specify:
The days that are most convenient for me to volunteer are: MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridaySaturdaySunday
The time of day most convenient for me to volunteer are: 10am - NoonNoon - 3pmAvailable for early morning or evening hours to assist with events
I would prefer to work with: DogsCatsBoth
Animal Care - Dogs
Walking/SocializingBaths/Grooming/Nail clippingWashing dishes (10:00 AM - Noon)Summer Cool-down -filling pools and water buckets (Summer only 1 - 3 PM)Cleaning inside kennels (8:30 AM - 10:00 AM)Transport to/from vet appointments (may include Richmond area)None of these
Animal Care - Cats
Socializing feral catsGrooming/Nail clippingWashing dishes (11 AM - 1 PM)Socializing and playing with friendly cats"Adopt-a-Cat-Room" - assist with cleaning tasksTransport to/from vet appointments (may include Richmond area)None of these
Administrative Work / Other
Bulk Mailings (usually done on a weekday)Take photographs/video of animals/facility.None of these
Fundraising & Events
I can help with eventsI'm a great organizer and can help with event planningI can help with adoption outings (such as manning a table at local retailers and events) and spread the word about Caring For CreaturesI am interested in researching grant opportunitiesI love to bake for bake salesI have seamstress skills - we need help with bandana-making, and cutting and hemming blankets for the dogsNone of these
Animal Adoptions
DogCatBoth
Learn CFC's adoption process and assist as an adoption counselorAssist with offsite adoption eventsPrepare "available for adoption" flyers & posters for placement in local businesses or public areasBecome a Canine or Feline "Big Brother" or "Big Sister" - A Big Brother or Big Sister selects one or more of our wonderful animals and focuses their energy on finding the perfect home for this animal or animals
Adoption-Ready Programs
Are you interested in working with animals on a one-on-one basis to prepare them for adoption (Caring For Creatures provides general guidelines and training)? YesNo
I prefer: DogCatBoth
Are you interested in being a foster home - if you are interested in becoming a foster parent and working with one of our dogs to help them learn about being in a home environment. YesNo
Grounds & Maintenance
Grass cutting, weed eating, maintaining gardensBasic carpentry: building tables, porches, shelves, etcGeneral fix-it tasks: repairing fences, gate latches, basic plumbing/electrical & other similar tasksNone of these
Please indicate any other jobs not listed above with which you would like to assist:
Please indicate any skills, areas of expertise, or professional experience you possess which could be helpful and that you are willing to share:
Our volunteers help us continue our mission of providing for the well-being of animals who have been abandoned, neglected, injured, or abused. Without you, we would not exist. A volunteer job is just as important as a paid position. Please call as much in advance as possible and let Caring For Creatures know if you will be unable to work on a scheduled day. We appreciate the time you are volunteering to help these wonderful animals. Thank you.
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