Volunteering

The Humane Society of Delaware County is a private organization, funded entirely through membership fees, adoption fees, bequests, and donations. In addition to a caring staff, we rely on YOU - our community volunteer task force - to maintain operations. Volunteers have a hand in all aspects of HSDC, so there's always sure to be something that sparks your interest! We have event-specific volunteer opportunities and our newest volunteer program, the Behavior Wellness Program!

 About Volunteering

What Does A Volunteer Do?

There are a number of volunteer opportunities at HSDC:

  • Fundraising
  • Landscaping, gardening
  • Painting
  • Carpentry
  • Clerical/office tasks, making calls
  • Maintenance
  • Dog training and grooming
  • Teaching, public relations
You can also donate time at the Humane Society answering phones, walking dogs, becoming an Adoption Counselor, or even playing with cats.

Volunteers making beds for our pooches! (Video)

You can donate time from home, making calls to check on adopted pets and how they're adjusting in their new homes, requesting goods or services for upcoming fundraisers, helping announce special fundraisers, marketing, or assisting with program coordination.

- Houses for Hounds -
Helping to keep dogs warm! (Video)

You may also join the Board of Directors! If you are interested in joining the Board, you will need to (1) Be current in your membership dues ($35.00 per year),(2) Have attended at least two of the last four board meetings, and (3) Complete the HSDC Board Application. The completed application may be dropped off or mailed to HSDC, or you may e-mail it as an attachment to humanehsdc@live.com.

We encourage anyone who would like to volunteer at the Humane Society to attend a Volunteer Orientation Meeting. Come and find out what volunteering at HSDC is all about and meet others who share your interests!

How To Become A Volunteer

We ask all volunteers to complete a Volunteer Application form. You will also need to complete, sign, and bring to your Volunteer orientation this Volunteer waiver form (You may also get a copy and complete this waiver form at your orientation meeting).

If you want to get a jump start on the next Volunteer Meeting, you can mail the waiver form to:

The Humane Society of Delaware County
4920 St. Rt. 37 E.
Delaware, OH 43015

For more information, please contact HSDC during regular business hours or email the Volunteer Coordinator.

 Volunteer Events

Volunteer bulletin board in the lobby - Always something to do!

If you are already a volunteer, you may login to the Volunteer page here.