Thank you for your interest in helping us out!
Below are a few very easy ways you can contribute to our mission that can be done in the matter of minutes. By donating, getting us something off our Amazon Wish List, or simply signing up for AmazonSmile, you help our day-to-day efforts of keeping our animals comfortable and healthy as they wait for their furever homes.
Donations are critical to our ability to operate, and are incredibly appreciated!
Below are a few very easy ways you can contribute to our mission that can be done in the matter of minutes. By donating, getting us something off our Amazon Wish List, or simply signing up for AmazonSmile, you help our day-to-day efforts of keeping our animals comfortable and healthy as they wait for their furever homes.
Donations are critical to our ability to operate, and are incredibly appreciated!
Donate
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Amazon Wish List
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Sign up for AmazonSmile
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Want to Volunteer?
We would love to have you!
We welcome dedicated and reliable volunteers of all ages and abilities, as we have many important volunteer roles to fill (see Volunteer Opportunities below). From dog walking, to laundry, to administrative help, we appreciate it all!
Here's how it works:
All prospective volunteers are required to:
We welcome dedicated and reliable volunteers of all ages and abilities, as we have many important volunteer roles to fill (see Volunteer Opportunities below). From dog walking, to laundry, to administrative help, we appreciate it all!
Here's how it works:
All prospective volunteers are required to:
- Fill out a Volunteer Application Form
- Sign a Volunteer Waiver
- Upon approval of your application, you must complete a Volunteer Orientation & Training session.
- Choose your role(s) and schedule your first volunteer shift!
Volunteer Opportunities
Working FOR the animals:
Laundry Assistant – Help wash, dry and fold towels and blankets donated by the public for the animals’ comfort. Will operate commercial washer and dryer.
Administrative Assistant – Help make copies, files, assemble adoption packages, and other administrative or clerical tasks. May include data entry, answering phones, greeting customers.
Transporter – As part of our cooperative community outreach, we partner with a number of local rescues and shelters to provide animals more exposure in the search for forever homes. Transporters may also pick up donated items as well as distribute fundraising materials.
Outreach and Education – Represent Sunrise Humane Society at community events, promoting the programs of Sunrise.
Marketing, Events & Fundraising – Assist Sunrise with marketing, fundraising projects and events. This may include soliciting donations, sponsors, distribution of flyers and engaging on social media. Staff events and assist with both set-up and break-down.
Facility & Maintenance – Working to keep Sunrise Humane Society bright. May include mowing, trimming, sweeping, all types of grounds maintenance.
Administrative Assistant – Help make copies, files, assemble adoption packages, and other administrative or clerical tasks. May include data entry, answering phones, greeting customers.
Transporter – As part of our cooperative community outreach, we partner with a number of local rescues and shelters to provide animals more exposure in the search for forever homes. Transporters may also pick up donated items as well as distribute fundraising materials.
Outreach and Education – Represent Sunrise Humane Society at community events, promoting the programs of Sunrise.
Marketing, Events & Fundraising – Assist Sunrise with marketing, fundraising projects and events. This may include soliciting donations, sponsors, distribution of flyers and engaging on social media. Staff events and assist with both set-up and break-down.
Facility & Maintenance – Working to keep Sunrise Humane Society bright. May include mowing, trimming, sweeping, all types of grounds maintenance.
Working WITH the animals:
Foster Parent – Some animals do not thrive in a shelter environment. Provide temporary home for animals that may be too young for adoption, possible ill, or in need of socialization before finding their forever home. (There will be a different application process for Foster Caregivers)
Dog Walker – Provide socialization and play time for dogs awaiting adoption. Walks, exercise yard, leash training and basic training will help prepare them to become easy companions.
Cat Caretaker – Help socialize cats in our Housecat Haven. Provide love, attention, and grooming while they await their special “one”.
Satellite Adoption Support – Assist with offsite adoption events, including satellite adoption centers such as Petco. This may include transport to and from, feeding, spot cleaning cages, providing water and socialization. Adoption responsibilities require additional training and approval.
Behavior Assessment Assistance - Assist the Animal Behavior Assessor complete temperment tests with the animals so we can help match them to a successful home.
Dog Walker – Provide socialization and play time for dogs awaiting adoption. Walks, exercise yard, leash training and basic training will help prepare them to become easy companions.
Cat Caretaker – Help socialize cats in our Housecat Haven. Provide love, attention, and grooming while they await their special “one”.
Satellite Adoption Support – Assist with offsite adoption events, including satellite adoption centers such as Petco. This may include transport to and from, feeding, spot cleaning cages, providing water and socialization. Adoption responsibilities require additional training and approval.
Behavior Assessment Assistance - Assist the Animal Behavior Assessor complete temperment tests with the animals so we can help match them to a successful home.