Are you interested sharing your love of animals?

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Come join more than 450 dedicated individuals just like you.

Volunteer Opportunities INCLUDE:

 

  • Administrative support

  • Cat care

  • Dog care

  • Greeting visitors

  • Rabbit care

  • Shelter support

  • Special events

  • And more!

 
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STEPS (skills, training, engagement and practice for success):


Our volunteer training process includes:

  1. STEPS Orientation and Meet & Greet (2 hours, in-person at shelter): After your one-hour informational session, we will invite you the fill out our volunteer STEPS Application and attend the STEPS Orientation. At this stage, you have been accepted as a Columbus Humane Volunteer and have begun your training! After orientation, you will have a Meet & Greet to visit with other volunteers, tour Columbus Humane, and learn how to sign-in on your first day as a volunteer. If you are interested in volunteer opportunities that do not involve handling animals, you can start volunteering regularly after the Meet and Greet.

  2. Specific Species Classes (2 Hours, in-person at shelter): Once you’ve completed Orientation and had your Meet & Greet, you can begin training in a species specific volunteer class. From dogs and cats to rabbits, you will learn specific body language by species, proper handling techniques, enrichment activities, and so much more.

  3. Mentoring Sessions (2 Hours per session, in-person at shelter): Now that you’ve learned the ins and outs to volunteering with specific species at Columbus Humane, it’s time for hands-on learning and experiences! We will have you complete mentoring sessions where you’ll continue to learn and finalize your training.

  4. Graduation! You are an OFFICIAL volunteer with Columbus Humane. Woo hoo!

Estimated time of complete: 6 Hours total

 

Want to become a columbus humane volunteer?

Fill out our application at the button below and we will be in touch with next steps to sign-up for Volunteer Orientation. The next volunteer orientation begins on January 10, 2024. Thank you!

UPCOMING VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION DATES:

  • Wednesday, January 10, 2024 – 5:00PM–7:00PM

  • Saturday, February 24, 2024 – 10:00AM–12:00PM FULL

  • Wednesday, March 13, 2024 – 5:00PM–7:00PM

  • Saturday, April 20, 2024 – 10:00AM–12:00PM

  • Wednesday, May 8, 2024 – 5:00PM–7:00PM

  • Saturday, June 15, 2024 – 10:00AM–12:00PM

  • Wednesday, July 10, 2024 – 5:00PM–7:00PM

  • Saturday, August 10, 2024 – 10:00AM–12:00PM

  • Wednesday, September 4, 2024 – 5:00PM–7:00PM

  • Saturday, October 5, 2024 – 10:00AM–12:00PM

  • Wednesday, November 6, 2024 – 5:00PM–7:00PM

 
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The STEPS program is proudly sponsored by Schoedinger Pet Services.  Thanks to their support, each STEPS class participant receives a training manual, photo ID badge and volunteer t-shirt. We ask all incoming volunteers to make a one-time mission investment of $30.

Opportunities for those seeking service hours outside of becoming a volunteer are minimal and limited. Court ordered service hours cannot be completed at this location. If you have any questions, please email us at volunteer@columbushumane.org.

 
 
 

VOLUNTEER FAQS

ARE THERE ANY REQUIREMENTS TO VOLUNTEER?

  • Junior Volunteers, ages 12-15 years old, may volunteer with an Adult Volunteer Partner over the age of 21.

  • Teen Volunteers are 16-17 years of age and are able to volunteer independently and must have a “Junior & Teen Volunteer Waiver and Release” form completed with guardian consent.

  • Junior & Teen Volunteers must attend STEPS training. Junior Volunteers will be accompanied by their Adult Volunteer Partner at all times while volunteering at the shelter.

WHAT IF I NEED SERVICE HOURS FOR A SCHOOL OR COMMUNITY PROJECT?
We currently are not accepting volunteers for service hours at this time outside of those who go through our STEPS volunteer program to regularly volunteer at Columbus Humane. Court ordered service hours cannot be fulfilled at this location.

 

There’s one sure way to stay connected to our work. Sign up today.

 
 
 

ADOPTION HOURS

Monday - Friday 2pm - 7pm
Saturday - Sunday 12pm - 5pm

ANIMAL SUPPORT CENTER

Appointments are available from 11am-6pm M-F and 9am-4pm Sat-Sun. Same day appointments may be available. The entrance to the Animal Support Center is located at the side of the building. Call (614) 777 - 7387 for an appointment.

GENERAL CONTACT

Phone (614) 777 - 7387 (Our Call Center is open from 9am-5pm)
Fax (614) 777 - 8449
questions@columbushumane.org
3015 Scioto Darby Executive Ct, Hilliard, OH 43026

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