If making a significant difference in the lives of shelter animals is something you’re passionate about, volunteering with the SPCA might be one of the most fulfilling parts of your life!
Depending on what volunteer position you decide is right for you, you’ll have the opportunity to provide compassionate care for animals, bring pets and families together, and perform purpose-driven work!
Help us change lives!
VOLUNTEERS URGENTLY NEEDED!
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Director of Volunteer Services:
Kelly Deschamps | 716-875-7360 ext. 232 | kellyd@yourspca.org
Volunteer Services Assistant / Youth Program Coordinator:
Desirea Mojica | 716-875-7360 ext. 252 | desiream@yourspca.org
Our goal at the SPCA Serving Erie County is to be a diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the community we serve in the most effective way possible. All volunteer assignments are decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.
The SPCA is unable to offer court-ordered adult and youth community service opportunities.
IMMEDIATE VOLUNTEER NEEDS FOR ADULTS 18 AND OLDER.
Unless otherwise indicated, volunteer positions take place at the SPCA Serving Erie County, 300 Harlem Road in West Seneca, New York.
- Adoptions Greeter
- Animal Transport Volunteer for Wildlife and Investigations Departments
- Cat Adoption Volunteer
- Cat Caretaker in Room 229
- Cat Colony Assistant
- Cat Overflow Assistant
- Dog Behavior Volunteer
- Event Volunteer
- Facilities Volunteer
- Foster Care Volunteer
- Foster Care Assistant
- Fungal Jungle Volunteer
- Humane Education Department Docent
- Kitten Nursery Attendant
- Laundry and Dishwashing Volunteer
- Morning Dog Volunteer in the Animal Care Department
- Offsite Adoptions Volunteer
- Surgical Suite Assistant
YOUTH SERVICE VOLUNTEER PROGRAM
The SPCA’s youth service volunteer program is available for students grades seven through twelve. Students interested in the youth program should email our youth volunteer coordinator, Desirea.
COLLEGE INTERNSHIPS
There are many internship opportunities at the SPCA for college students. Those interested in learning more about internships should email our director of volunteer Services, Kelly.
PAWS FOR LOVE
If you are interested in becoming a Paws for Love volunteer, please send an email to the program coordinator, Debbie.