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Volunteers are the heart of AHS

Volunteers are the heart of AHS and without their time, talents, and resources we would not be able to save the lives of over 3,000 animals each year. Whether you have a free day on the weekend or an occasional hour after work, there is a place for you at AHS. Join us today to help change an animal’s life forever.

What can I do as a Volunteer?

The posibilities are endless! With three shelter locations and an Animal Refuge, there are always opportunities to help.

Dog Walking

Cat Socializing

Fostering

Events & so much more!

How do I Sign up?

It’s Easy!

  • You must be 18 years or older to volunteer in the shelter
  • Click on which shelter you’d like to volunteer with
  • Fill out our Volunteer Application
  • Sign up for an Orientation
  • Our Volunteer Coordinator will be in touch!
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Popcorn Park

Interested in Volunteering at our Animal Refuge?

There are endless opportunties to get involved with Popcorn Park! Below are just a few ways you can help make an impact!

Become a Greeter!

     Welcome large group visitors such as camps, school trips and scheduled group visits, explaining the history of Popcorn Park and relaying the importance of maintaining a safe and peaceful environment for our animals and visitors. Duties include greeting busses upon arrival and assisting with checking guests into the Refuge.

Popcorn Park Patrol

      Get to know the animals of Popcorn Park and their stories while enjoying fresh air and sunshine and help us maintain a peaceful environment for our animals and visitors alike.  Duties include safety patrol, parking assistance, relaying important messages to staff, reflecting a positive presence in the park by assisting visitors with questions, and more! 
       
Sign Up!

Popcorn Park Events and Fundraisers

Popcorn Park hosts multiple fundraisers and events throughout the year. Duties include event set up and break down, attending and participating in events, assisting with pick up and collection of event supplies, and more! 

Junior Volunteer Opportunities:

We love our Junior Volunteers (up to 17 years old)!
Although Junior Volunteers can’t volunteer directly with the animals, we have plenty of other projects and ideas we can use their help with!

  • Start your own Peer to Peer fundraiser here

  • We always need help with new benches, clean ups, organizing, or building special projects

  • Collect donations from our Wishlist

  • Create a Lemonade Stand