IMMEDIATE VOLUNTEER NEEDS FOR ADULTS 18 AND OLDER.
Opportunities for youth service, college internships, and Paws for Love therapy pet visitation can be found by scrolling to the bottom of this page. Unless otherwise indicated, volunteer work takes place at the SPCA Serving Erie County, 300 Harlem Road in West Seneca, New York.
- Animal Transport Volunteer for Wildlife and Investigations Departments
- Cat Adoption Volunteer
- Cat Caretaker in Room 229
- Cat Colonies Assistant
- Cat Overflow Assistant
- Dog Behavior Volunteer
- Event Volunteer
- Facilities Volunteer
- Foster Care Volunteer
- Foster Care Assistant
- Fungal Jungle Volunteer
- Humane Education Department Docent
- Laundry and Dishwashing Volunteer
- Morning Dog Volunteer in the Animal Care Department
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Offsite Adoptions Volunteer
- Petique Volunteer
- Surgical Suite Assistant
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Videographer
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Wildlife Volunteers
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!
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.
Help us change lives!
*NOTE: The SPCA is unable to offer court-ordered adult and youth community service opportunities at this time.
Director of Volunteer Services:
Kelly Deschamps | 716-875-7360 ext. 232 | kellyd@yourspca.org
Assistant Director of Volunteer Services:
Desirea Mojica | 716-875-7360 ext. 252 | desiream@yourspca.org
YOUTH SERVICE VOLUNTEER PROGRAM
The SPCA’s Youth Service volunteer program is available for students grades seven through twelve. Students interested in the Youth Service volunteer program should contact the Humane Education Department at HumaneEducation@yourspca.org .
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.