Youth Volunteers

Paws & Claws Club

Paws & Claws Club Members: 10-15 Year Olds

Paws & Claws Club Mentors: 16-20 Year Olds

The Paws & Claws Club gives young students ages 10-15 years the opportunity to volunteer their time and love to the homeless animals at the Humane Society of Indianapolis. Being a part of this club teaches young people about the important role IndyHumane plays in our community. It also gives students a bonding experience with animals who need love and attention and with others their age that have a similar interest in animals and their wellbeing.

During the PCC summer sessions, students work together to complete shelter tasks such as socializing dogs and cats. Special projects are incorporated to make this opportunity a great experience. After summer sessions are complete, PCC members may volunteer on select Saturdays and school break s throughout the rest of the year.

Goals

·         To give young teenagers the opportunity to help companion animals in their community by volunteering their time and assisting the staff at the Humane Society of Indianapolis.

·         To nurture a sense of compassion and respect for living beings through enriching activities and hands-on experiences that are rewarding for kids and animals alike!

Activities

·         Kennel/Yard Cleaning

·         Laundry & Dishes

·         Quality Time w/Adoptable Dogs & Cats

·         Dog Training

·         Arts & Crafts

·         Group Bonding Activities

·         Staff Assistants

Club Levels

Students must be at least 10 years old by June 1st.

·         Level 1: 10-12 Year Olds (8 Spots Available per Session)

·       Level 2: 13-15 Year Olds (8 Spots Available per Session)

Membership Fees – Fees are per Session

Membership Fee =$200 - Do not send fee with application.
Partial Scholarships are available for families experiencing financial hardship. Please contact Volunteer Coordinator at 317-872-5650 x106 for more info.
Fees help cover the cost of:

• Camp Counselor Stipend
• Mentor Stipend
• PCC T-Shirts
• Shelter Training
• Recording of Volunteer Hours
• Program Supplies (Arts & Crafts, Games, Special Projects)
• Snacks
• End of the Summer Gathering

2012 Summer Session Dates

PCC will offer 3 week-day summer sessions and 1 weekend summer session.
 
Week-Day Summer Session #1: 06/05/12-06/15/12 every Tuesday thru Friday from 12-5pm

Week-Day Summer Session #2: 06/19/12-06/29/12 every Tuesday thru Friday from 12-5pm

Week-Day Summer Session #3: 07/10/12-07/20/12 every Tuesday thru Friday from 12-5pm

Weekend Summer Session: Every Saturday in June and July 2012 from 10-2pm (excluding Saturday 07/07/12)

 

How to Sign Up

Please Note: Because students volunteer in a group setting, we cannot accept students into the program who have allergies that prevent them from fully interacting with cats and/or dogs.
 

1. Submit an Application by 5pm Monday 04/02/12 – Do not send payment with application.  New PCC Applicants must also submit, with the application, a letter of recommendation, and a short essay, 1-2 paragraphs, titled “Why I Would Like to be in the Paws & Claws Club”.
2. We notify applicants when their application has been received. That confirmation will include which session your child will be attending.
3. After we have notified you that we have space for your child, please mail/bring payment to:

Humane Society of Indianapolis
Attn: Volunteer Coordinator
7929 North Michigan Road
Indianapolis IN 46268

Be sure to write your child’s full name and “camp” on the memo line of checks.
Membership Fees are due by 5pm Friday 04/06/12.
If payment is not received by 04/06/12, your reserved slot will be made available to another child.

Paws & Claws Club Mentors: 16-20 Year Olds

Age Requirement
PCC Mentors must be in between the ages of 16-20 years in order to be eligible for this program. Members must be at least 16 years old by June 1st.
 
PCC Mentor Responsibilities

• Mentors support the PCC Camp Counselor and Volunteer Coordinator with daily supervision of PCC Members during their scheduled activities.
• Mentors assist with planning and organizing of daily activities.
• Mentors assist with planning and organizing of end of the summer gathering.
• Mentor’s main focus is to make sure rules are being followed and activities are completed well and on a timely basis.

 
Membership Fees
Membership Fee =$25
Partial Scholarships are available for families experiencing financial hardship.
 
How to Sign Up

1. Submit an Application by 5pm Friday 03/02/12 – Send membership fee with application. We accept membership fees in form of cash, money order, or check. Be sure to write your child’s full name and “camp” on the memo line of checks. New PCC Mentor Applicants must also submit, with the application, a letter of recommendation.
2. We notify applicants when their application has been received. This confirmation email will include dates for trainings and Mentor meetings scheduled in April and May.