Volunteer Application

Under 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult at all times. You must be 18 years old to work at the shelter directly with the animals.

Application Fee: $5.00

If selected as a volunteer, you will be required to purchase a volunteer t-shirt. The cost varies per shirt $9-$17 depending on the style. All volunteers are required to wear this volunteer t-shirt while volunteering with Street Paws.

Submit Payment Here put application fee or T-shirt fee in your comment.

Name*

First NameLast Name

Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Email*

example@example.com

Phone Number*

Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.

Employer*

Age*

If other...

Annual Spayghetti & No Meatballs Dinner in MarchToasting for Charity at Georgian Gallery in AugustPawtoberfest at Three Dollar Cafe Company in OctoberScarecrow contest in Locust Grove September-OctoberSpicy Whiskers Chili CookoofPasta for Paws in OctoberOther

If other...

Do you need community service hours? (A copy of the court order must be presented if not for school)*

How many hours are needed for community service?

Are you able to volunteer on a regular basis? *

Do you have any experience interacting with animals?*

If so, what type of animals and outline your experience.

Please list any relevant experiences/skills you have that you feel would benefit any of the above programs or events.*

Why are you interested in volunteering?*

Do you currently have pets?*

If you do not currently own a pet, have you owned one in the past?*

If yes, please explain why the pet is no longer with you (type N/A if not applicaple)

Are your current pets spayed/neutered?*

Are your current pets up to date on vaccines?*

Emergency Contact*

First NameLast Name

Relationship*

Emergency Contact Phone #*

Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.

I understand

Volunteer Commitment: Street Paws policies and procedures have been established to ensure that we operate in a humane, save and efficient manner. I agree to abide by all Street Paws policies and procedures while serving as a volunteer. In addition to upholding the mission and goals of Street Paws, I understand that my status as a volunteer is contingent upon meeting the guidelines set forth below:

I agree: My primary customers are the pets at any adoption location sponsored by Street Paws and their wellbeing and humane treatment are foremost in the performance of all my volunteer activities.I agree: I will comply with all health, safety and pet care policies, procedures and practices while performing as a volunteer.I agree: I will maintain a professional, polite and courteous attitude during performance of all activities.I agree: I will not engage in any unsafe, illegal or unethical activities while serving as a volunteer.I agree: I will not present myself as a spokesperson for Street Paws or the rescues views or opinions without the express consent of the Street Paws Directors.

Current needs

Volunteer Roles

1) Shelter Volunteers (On-Site — 18+)

Cat Care & Enrichment

Help our cats feel safe, calm, and loved:

Sit with kitties and give them attention; play with them
Play with cats using toys
Groom cats as needed
Check cat bedding in cages and change if dirty
Change water bowls daily with fresh water
Scoop litter boxes (waste goes in the trash can)
Make sure cats don’t get closed in the closet, bathroom, or hallway
Watch for escaping cats when opening doors in the office/cat room

Dog Care & Enrichment

Support our dogs with safe routines and daily care:

Walking dogs
Socializing shy or traumatized pets
Allow dogs to run in the yard only after checking with staff

Some dogs cannot be outside together
Scoop the yard (waste goes in the large garbage can)

Cleaning & Daily Shelter Support

Keep our shelter clean, safe, and welcoming:

Sweep, mop, dust, and general cleaning
Clean the bathroom (supplies are in the bathroom)
Fold laundry and put away
Clean kennels and enclosures
Wipe concrete walls inside dog cages and dog runs (this is done daily with floor cleaning)
Remove cobwebs from cages
Dust fans (fans may require an air compressor for cleaning)

Outdoor & Facility Help

Help keep the property safe and maintained:

Blow leaves from turf/concrete areas

Important: Do not use regular gasoline in the leaf blower — use the labeled gas mixture only
Clear the turf area with the leaf blower (blower stored in the yard equipment utility shed)
Pull weeds (mulch and gravel areas should be weed-free)
Move fallen limbs to the pile
Help in the storage containers (often Wednesdays)

Donations & Pantry Support

Assist with stocking the food pantry
Bring donated items into the shelter
Take photos of donated items for “thank you” social media posts

Office & Admin Support

Help with office tasks
Help with paperwork (as needed and when staff is ready to delegate)

Transport Help

Transport animals to vet appointments
Transport animals to adoption events

2) Adoption Event Volunteers

Help us connect animals with new families and meet the community:

Help at adoption events
Talk to potential adopters/supporters about Street Paws
Share information about animals available for adoption
Assist with adoption paperwork (must be the right person)
Transport animals to events
Staff the Street Paws table and help sell items during events

3) Trap–Neuter–Return (TNR) Volunteers

Support community cats through safe, humane care:

Feed feral/community cats (choose a consistent day you can feed)
Trap feral cats when needed (injured, spay/neuter, etc.)
Serve as a cat colony caretaker
Help supervise the trap loan program

4) Foster Volunteers

Open your home and help an animal heal and thrive:

Care for a foster animal like it’s your own
Provide love, attention, and a safe space
Street Paws provides food and all veterinary care

5) Fundraising & Event Volunteers

Help us raise critical funds to save more lives.

Spayghetti Dinner (March & October — Biggest Fundraisers)

Sell tickets, find sponsors, and help seek donors
Collect raffle items
Collect silent auction items
Help with setup/takedown
Help wherever needed during the dinner
Toasting for Charity (August — Georgian Gallery)

Help at the event
Collect raffle basket/silent auction items
Mingle with guests and answer questions about Street Paws
Putt for Paws (Date TBD — Three Dollar Café)

Help where needed
Talk with supporters about Street Paws/CCHS
Staff the table and help sell items
Pawtoberfest (October — Brewery)

Help at Pawtoberfest
Talk with potential supporters/adopters about Street Paws
Help with setup/takedown
Naughty & Nice Pictures (November — Shelter)

Help promote the event
Help with setup/takedown (includes pre-cleaning)
Help where needed during the event
Other Fundraising Support

Letter-writing campaigns
Seek matching grants or matching donations
Research opportunities to collect pet food
Help plan events and find new fundraising ideas
Distribute Planned Giving Flyers

6) Two by Two Thrift Store Volunteers (Jonesboro)

Support our thrift store operations:

Provide daily coverage
Collect items for the store
Stock shelves and organize merchandise

7) Special Skills Volunteers

If you have professional skills, we’d love your help:

Fundraising
Photography
Website management (Wix experience required)
Social media and marketing
Bookkeeping (experienced only)
Creative writing for a newsletter
Givebutter support (must be the right person)
Food pickups (truck often needed)
Volunteer program supervision
Woodworking (build donation boxes, shelters, cat trees, enlarge cat condo)
Shelter maintenance/repairs