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!

How You Can Help

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 or even playing with cats. 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. 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!

Volunteer Events Schedule

• Volunteer Orientation
  Saturday, July 5, 10:00 am
  Volunteer orientations are held the first Saturday of every month at 10 am and the second Thursday of every month at 6pm.
  This is your FIRST STEP to becoming involved with HSDC! Many volunteer opportunities await!
  *Volunteer application*
• Behavior Wellness Orientation
  Sunday, July 13, 4:00pm
  Behavior Wellness orientations are held the second Sunday of every month at 4pm.
  Please attend a Volunteer Orientation prior to coming to the Behavior Wellness Orientation.   *Register*
• Special Events
  Check the "Special Events" schedule for more events where HSDC could use your help!
• Behavior Wellness Clicker Training
  Wednesday, July 30th, 6:30pm
  ANOTHER STEP in becoming involved in the Behavior Wellness Program. Learn how to use a Clicker TM when working with our canine guests! Please attend a Volunteer Orientation and a Behavior Wellness Orientation meeting prior to coming to the Behavior Wellness Clicker Training Meeting.   *Register*

Becoming a Volunteer

We ask all volunteers to complete a Volunteer Application Form. You will also need to complete, sign, and bring to your first orientation meeting this waiver form. If you want to get a jump start on the next Volunteer Meeting, you can mail the waiver form to:

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

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