Volunteering in Colorado Springs
Pets lovers needed!
Thank you for showing your interest in becoming a valued volunteer with the HSPPR! To kick off your volunteer journey, let’s make sure in-shelter volunteering is right for you!
- Parents and Guardians 18 years and older can volunteer alongside their 13 –15 year old children. Volunteers 16+ are able to volunteer without a guardian. Please create a volunteer profile for each person.
- Commit two hours a week
- Ability to complete online training courses
- At least a three month commitment as a volunteer (hopefully, longer!)
- A love for animals and positive attitude!
If that sounds good to you, scroll down for our application process. We recruit new volunteers as needed, so if you don’t see an active link, please check back later!
Become a shelter volunteer
1
Watch!
Watch our Volunteer Information video to learn if volunteering with us is the right fit for you.
2
Submit Application!
Follow the instructions in the video to submit your volunteer application.
3
Ready, set, go!
Complete required trainings, attend an in-person orientation, and confirm your volunteer dates. Welcome to HSPPR!
More ways to volunteer
We offer a variety of ways to help pets and people in our community!
Foster care volunteers
Sometimes animals need a little extra time to heal or grow. That’s where our amazing foster volunteers come in!
CART volunteers
Community Animal Response Team (CART) volunteers stand ready to help in emergency or disaster situations.
DIY projects
Make a difference from the comfort of your own home! Our DIY projects are perfect for large groups and volunteers under 16 years old.
Young affiliated professionals
Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region welcomes young professionals (aged 21-40) to join our Young Affiliated Professionals (YAP) group!
Scout
programs
Looking for badge or project opportunities for your troop? Check out our youth programs for ways to get involved.
Court-ordered
service
Complete community service requirements by performing janitorial work at HSPPR. Certain restrictions apply.
