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Volunteer

What Our Community is Saying

I appreciate that ALL of their animals come vetted before they're up for adoption. Vaccines, spay/neuter, even MICROCHIP! They also go through a series of temperament tests.  I've gotten 2 dogs from them and am currently so in love with them I volunteer weekly. 

 

Jordin

I went to the event today (free microchipping for cats).  I may have even been the first one there. In an out with 3 cats in less than 30 minutes. Absolutely fantastic people! 

 

Brandy

If you’ve ever been to a shelter and have experienced the seeming indifference of the people whose responsibility it is to care and nurture these poor creatures, be ready to be astounded at the caring and concern of the people who work here and the wonderful people who volunteer at St Frances. Thank you, each and every one of you. 

Rosemarie

Every volunteer is a vital and valuable member of our team.

How to Become a Volunteer 

We rely on our dedicated volunteers for a variety of tasks at the shelter and at public events including: 

  • Walking dogs 
  • Caring for cats 
  • Socializing dogs through our Shy Dog Program 
  • Fostering dogs 
  • Performing minor shelter repairs 
  • Photographing animals for the website 
  • Doing laundry 
  • Participating in fundraising, adoption and community outreach events

Requirements

  • Must be 16 years of age or older. 
  • Younger volunteers may participate under the supervision of a parent. 
  • Must enjoy all types of people and demonstrate a genuine concern for animal welfare. 

Steps to Become a Saint Frances Volunteer  

  1. Complete the online volunteer application here or come to SFAC to complete an application. 
  2. The volunteer coordinator will contact you to schedule your required volunteer orientation. 
  3. Additional supervised training may be required depending on your area of interest. 

For further information about volunteering, please call 843-546-0780 or email SFACvolunteer@gmail.com

What we ask of our Volunteers

  1. Realize that volunteering is a serious commitment.
  2. Be honest concerning your needs, wishes and time availability.
  3. Be punctual and reliable.
  4. Be an “ambassador” for the shelter.