• The NZCF Volunteer Application Form

  • Do you have items to donate to the sanctuary? Please email volunteer@thenzcatfoundation.org.nz for instructions on how to deliver it. Do not fill in this form to donate items.

    Volunteers are very important to the running of the sanctuary. Daily duties include:

    - Serving and distributing food/water
    - Washing dishes
    - Cleaning litter trays and sand boxes
    - General cleaning duties – sweeping, mopping, wiping surfaces
    - Changing bedding
    - And of course lots of cat cuddles!

    For more information on what volunteer duties include please visit our website at https://www.thenzcatfoundation.org.nz/the-sanctuary/volunteer/

    Please do not apply if you are unwilling to carry out these tasks. 

    Volunteer hours are flexible, but our shifts generally run as follows, 7 days a week:
    Morning: 8:00am – 10:00am
    Afternoon: 3:00pm – 5:00pm

    To contact our Volunteer Co-ordinator please email volunteer@thenzcatfoundation.org.nz

  • Please note that the minimum age for volunteering without a parent or guardian present is 14 years old. 

  • What is your age?*

  • The NZ Cat Foundation is aware that this is a volunteer role and sometimes you may not be able to make your regular shift. All we ask is that you give us notice, if possible, so arrangements can be made to cover your shift. Contact information will be emailed to you.

  • How long can you commit to volunteering?*

  • Are you volunteering to complete compulsory hours for a tertiary course, or community service hours for scouts or Duke of Edinburgh's Awards etc?*
  • How many shifts would you like to do a week?*
  • Please indicate the days and times you are available to volunteer*
  • Are you able to attend a volunteer induction at 9am on Sunday?*
  • Date*
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