Volunteering in Colorado Springs

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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!

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

Apply!

Fill out the volunteer interest form to get started.

Volunteer interest forms are currently closed and will open again in January 2025. Please check back at that time to begin volunteering.

2

Meet us!

Meet our team during a virtual information session and see if volunteering with us is the best fit for you.

3

Ready, set, go!

Submit the volunteer application, attend an in-person orientation, and complete additional training specific to your duties. You’ll be added to the schedule in your designated area.

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!

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CART 
volunteers

Community Animal Response Team (CART) volunteers stand ready to help in emergency or disaster situations.

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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!  

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Scout
programs

Looking for badge or project opportunities for your troop? Check out our youth programs for ways to get involved.

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Court-ordered
service

Complete community service requirements by performing janitorial work at HSPPR. Certain restrictions apply.

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