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VOLUNTEER

Operation Kindness is open to the public Monday through Saturday from 11am to 5:00pm, Sunday from 12pm to 5:00pm and until 8pm on Thursdays. But, the animals need care 365 days a year so we need volunteers to help seven days a week from 7 am until 6 pm (Thursdays till 8pm) and
on all holidays.

We would love to have you volunteer with us - plus, "fur fixes" are guaranteed!

What Are The Benefits Of Volunteering?

  • All active volunteers receive a monthly newsletter.
  • Active volunteers are eligible for discounts to select Operation Kindness events
  • Outstanding volunteers are presented with Operation Kindness' Volunteer of the Month award and recognized in the newsletter and at the shelter.
  • Volunteers and their families are invited to our annual holiday party in December where we announce the Volunteer of the Year, Foster of the Year and present other special awards
  • Opportunity to expand your knowledge and skills working with a variety of animals.
  • Best of all, you'll have the warm feeling of knowing that you are helping animals in need!

What Can I Do As A Volunteer?

  • Kennel Work: Cleaning cages, laundry, general upkeep and maintenance.
  • Walking Dogs: Dogs are walked at least twice a day in the morning and afternoon.
  • "Open Paw" training program: Help train our dogs and teach them how to be good citizens so they can easily adapt into their new home environment.
  • Cat Rooms: Help maintain cat and kitten rooms, clean cages, change litter boxes.
  • General Help: Receptionist, answering phones, greeting visitors, assist with mailings and general office work.
  • Foster Home Program: Care for young, recovering or pregnant animals in your home. You'll be saving
    a life!!
  • Fundraising: Assist with fundraising events and activities.
  • Computer: Data entry in shelter database.
  • Volunteer Committee: Welcoming new volunteers, coordinating and assisting with volunteer training.
  • Transportation: Transporting animals to TV shows, vets, events, etc.
  • Speaker's Bureau: Presentations at schools, community groups, etc. .
  • Telephone Committee: Call volunteers, contact adopters after adoption, etc
  • Special Events: Planning, coordinating and staffing at Operation Kindness and community events.
  • Adoption Counseling: Work with adopters to find their new companion, counseling adopters on training and pet care, completing adoption paperwork, etc.
  • Publicity: Distribute event flyers, newsletters, etc.
  • and lots more...

Volunteer Guidelines and Restrictions

  • The minimum age for volunteering is 13 years - there is no maximum age!!
  • Volunteers aged 13 -16 must be accompanied at all times by a parent or legal guardian who is also an active volunteer. All volunteers under 18 must have parental consent.
  • Youth groups can volunteer for special projects when accompanied by a supervising adult. Call us for more information.
  • Volunteers must work at least one of the following:
    • A minimum of six hours a month in the shelter
    • A minimum of six events a year
    • As an active volunteer on a committee
    • As a foster parent

I Want To Help! So What's Next?

Complete a Volunteer Application and submit it to the Volunteer Coordinator via:
FAX: 972-417-8956 or
Mail: 3201 Earhart Drive, Carrollton, TX 75006
In Person at the shelter
Complete a phone interview with the Volunteer Coordinator
Attend a one-on-one orientation meeting at the shelter with the Volunteer Coordinator
Attend a mandatory Volunteer training session scheduled for you by the Volunteer Coordinator
Get involved! - help the animals and have fun!

APPLICATIONS DOWNLOAD

Volunteer Application
Junior Volunteer Application

To contact the Volunteer Department:

For general Volunteer info:
972-418-PAWS (7297) ext. 248

To reach the Volunteer Coordinator:
972-418-PAWS (7297) ext. 230

Email the Volunteer Coordinator

 

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