What do public service volunteers do? Public service volunteers support Humane Colorado through essential behind-the-scenes work that helps keep our shelters clean, organized, and ready for animals and staff. Tasks vary based on current shelter needs and may include: Cleaning and laundry Washing dishes and supplies Organizing donations or storage areas Facilities upkeep and maintenance tasks Event preparation or special projects If you are interested in a longer-term volunteer role with animal interaction, please apply to our General Volunteer Program or consider fostering a pet in your home.
What are the public service volunteer requirements? Age: Public service volunteers must be at least 16 years old. Time commitment: Public service volunteers must complete at least 24 service hours. This is typically completed over a 1-2 month period, depending on shift availability. This is not a single-day volunteer opportunity. Physical requirements: Volunteers should be comfortable standing for extended periods of time and performing hands-on tasks, which include bending, lifting, scooping, cleaning, and laundry. Onboarding timelines: The onboarding process can take several weeks. We are unable to accommodate expedited turnaround requests.
Is the public service volunteer program right for you? Public service volunteer opportunities are right for you if you: Are comfortable with a role that does not include direct animal interaction, while still making an impact on their daily lives. Want to support Humane Colorado but cannot commit to six-month commitment for general volunteer opportunities. Do not need court-ordered community service hours. Do not need service hours for school.
We do not accept groups into the Public Service Volunteer Program; however, we do offer limited group volunteering experiences through our Corporate and Community Partnerships program.
No. Our volunteer programs are designed to support the ongoing needs of Humane Colorado and the animals we serve. The Public Service Volunteer commitment is at least 24 hours of service, typically completed over several weeks to months. The General Volunteer Program requires a commitment of at least one 3-hour shift per week for at least six months.
Public Service volunteers must be at least 16 years old. Students ages 16-17 looking to complete school service hours should consider our Summer Teen Program! The Summer Teen Program provides an opportunity to earn service hours and valuable experience working with animals while supporting Humane Colorado during the busy summer months when our animal numbers are highest.
The onboarding process can take up to several weeks. We are, unfortunately, unable to accommodate expedited turnaround requests.
Yes! If you become available for a longer commitment and are interested in animal interaction, you are welcome to apply for the General Volunteer Program.
No. The Public Service Volunteer Program is for individuals who want a shorter-term volunteer opportunity, but do not need court-ordered service hours. If you need court-ordered service hours, please visit Community Service Program.
Public Service volunteers are welcome to support our Leslie A. Malone Center and Buddy Center facilities team. Please indicate which location you would like to support in the application.
