Public Service Volunteer Program

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.

• 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.

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.