Volunteer Requirements

Shelter Volunteer Program

Volunteers are very important people at IndyHumane. As a non-profit organization, we rely on the assistance of caring, animal-loving individuals in all of our programs.

Requirements:

• Must be at least 16 years of age
• Some opportunities require you are at least 18 or 21 years of age
• Minimum commitment of 8 hours/month and must commit to a weekly or bi-weekly schedule Example: Every Wednesday from 5-7pm
• Volunteer Fees: $15 due at Basic Training (2^nd Step of Training)
• Must complete training in order
• Volunteers with special needs must have an adult who is also interested in volunteering to complete training and volunteer alongside them at all times

Steps to Become a Shelter Volunteer:

1.       Attend a Volunteer Information Session

You will learn facts and important information about IndyHumane. You will also learn about our Shelter Volunteer Program Opportunities and complete a Shelter Volunteer Application if you are interested in continuing on with training.

Info Sessions are held the 3^rd Wednesday of the month (except for the months of June & December) from 5:30-6:30pm. You may sign up for an info session by emailing your full name, email address, and preferred info session date to .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address). You may also leave the requested information at 317-872-5650 x106. Assume you are confirmed to attend unless you receive an email stating otherwise. You will be contacted via email or phone the week of the session with more details.

2.       Complete Basic Training

You will receive a tour of IndyHumane. You will also receive detailed information about the workings of our shelter, disease prevention, and customer service.

3.       Complete a Shadow Day

You will spend a shift with an experienced Volunteer or Staff Member in the area you are interested in donating time. This will help us determine if you are volunteering in the area best suited for you and our needs can be met.

4.       Complete an Intro to Shelter Canines Course

All potential Volunteers who will interact with dogs are required to complete this course. You will learn the proper way to interact with shelter dogs, learn basic handling techniques, and learn how to deal with problem situations.

All training steps must be completed in order. Training is set up so that you may complete all steps within 1 month. Once you have completed these steps, you'll be an IndyHumane Volunteer and can start donating time and love to the animals in our shelter.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.