Your Time Saves Lives
Angels to the Animals
is 100% volunteer-run.
Every rescue, foster placement, and adoption happens because someone like you chooses to show up. Whether you have two hours or twenty, we have a place for you.
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Why Volunteer With Us?
Joining our volunteer family means more than helping animals — it means becoming part of a passionate community that believes every life matters.
You Are the Mission
We have no paid staff. Every dollar donated goes directly to animal care — because every task, from transport to feeding to paperwork, is handled by volunteers like you.
Real, Tangible Impact
A few hours of your time means a dog gets transported to safety, a litter gets fed, or an event runs smoothly. Your presence directly determines how many animals we can help.
Join a Tight-Knit Community
AttA volunteers form lasting friendships. You'll find yourself surrounded by people who share your values — and who celebrate every adoption like family.
Find Your Role
From hands-on animal care to behind-the-scenes support, there's a volunteer role perfectly suited to your skills and schedule.
Fostering
Open your home to a rescued animal while they wait for their forever family. All medical costs, food, and supplies are provided by AttA.
Apply for this role →Triage
When an emergency arises — a sudden intake, an urgent transport need — triage volunteers step in on short notice to bridge the gap.
Apply for this role →Animal Transport
Drive animals to vet appointments, foster homes, or adoption events. Any vehicle and a love for animals is all you need.
Apply for this role →Adoption Events
Help run our meet-and-greet adoption events — setting up, handling animals, answering questions from prospective adopters.
Apply for this role →Onsite Feeding & Cleanup
Help feed and care for dogs at onsite locations. A reliable, consistent presence makes a real difference for animals in our care.
Apply for this role →Food Drives & Donation Pickup
Organize or participate in food drives, and help collect and deliver donated supplies to where they're needed most.
Apply for this role →How It Works
Getting started is simple. From application to first shift, we walk you through every step.
Apply
Fill out the short application below. Tell us about yourself, your availability, and which roles interest you.
We Reach Out
A member of the AttA team will contact you within 48 hours to learn more and find the best fit.
Brief Orientation
New volunteers receive a short orientation covering our processes, expectations, and how to get started.
Start Helping
Jump in. Your first shift, transport run, or foster placement could happen within days of your application.
Common Questions
Everything you want to know before you apply.
Do I need experience with animals to volunteer?expand_more
No prior animal experience is required for most roles. We provide orientation and on-the-job guidance. If you're interested in fostering neonatal animals or helping with medical care, we'll walk you through everything before your first placement.
How much time do I need to commit?expand_more
There's no minimum time commitment. Some volunteers give 2 hours a month; others give 20. We work with your schedule. When you apply, just let us know what's realistic for you and we'll find roles that fit.
Do I need a car to volunteer?expand_more
It depends on the role. Animal transport and donation pickup obviously require a vehicle, but many other roles — events, feeding, administrative support — do not. Let us know your situation and we'll match you accordingly.
Can I volunteer if I already have pets at home?expand_more
Absolutely. Many of our volunteers and fosters have resident pets. For foster roles, we'll work with you to ensure compatibility between your animals and any foster animal we place with you.
Is there an age requirement to volunteer?expand_more
Volunteers must be at least 18 years old. Younger volunteers may participate in certain supervised activities when accompanied by a parent or guardian — reach out to ask about family volunteer opportunities.
Required Documents
Before your first shift, all volunteers must review and sign both of the following documents. Download a PDF copy or complete your application online.
Rules of Conduct
Covers professional conduct expectations, animal handling standards, and program policies that every AttA volunteer must follow.
- check_circleConduct yourself professionally in all AttA activities
- check_circleTreat every animal with respect and kindness
- check_circleReport any animal injuries or behavior concerns immediately
- check_circleNever handle an animal that makes you feel uncomfortable
- check_circleAlcohol and drugs are strictly prohibited while volunteering
Volunteer Waiver & Release
A release of liability acknowledging the inherent risks of volunteer work with animals and confirming your agreement to AttA's safety policies.
- check_circleAcknowledges risks including animal bites, scratches, and zoonotic disease
- check_circleReleases AttA from liability arising from volunteer activities
- check_circleConfirms you are responsible for your own medical insurance
- check_circleGrants permission for image/likeness use in AttA materials
- check_circleRequires confidentiality regarding sensitive organizational information
Ready to make a difference?
Join our volunteer family today — your time, your passion, and your compassion are exactly what we need.