Volunteering in Colorado Springs
Pets lovers needed!
Thank you for showing your interest in becoming a valued volunteer with the HSPPR! To kick off your volunteer journey, let’s make sure in-shelter volunteering is right for you!
- Must be 16 years or older to volunteer
- Commit two hours a week
- Ability to complete online training courses
- At least a six month commitment as a volunteer (hopefully, longer!)
- A love for animals and positive attitude!
If that sounds good to you, scroll down for our application process. We recruit new volunteers as needed, so if you don’t see an active link, please check back later!
Become a shelter volunteer
1
Apply!
Fill out our application and schedule your on-site interview!
Thank you for your interest in volunteering with HSPPR. Due to the overwhelming number of applications, we have temporarily paused onboarding. Please check back for more volunteer opportunities this summer!
2
Meet us!
Meet our team during your on-site interview and see if volunteering with us is the best fit for you.
3
Ready, set, go!
Complete the volunteer orientation and additional training specific to your duties. You’ll be added to the schedule in your designated area.
More ways to volunteer
We offer a variety of ways to help pets and people in our community!
Foster care volunteers
Sometimes animals need a little extra time to heal or grow. That’s where our amazing foster volunteers come in!
CART volunteers
Community Animal Response Team (CART) volunteers stand ready to help in emergency or disaster situations.
DIY projects
Make a difference from the comfort of your own home! Our DIY projects are perfect for large groups and volunteers under 16 years old.
Young affiliated professionals
Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region welcomes young professionals (aged 21-40) to join our Young Affiliated Professionals (YAP) group!
Scout
programs
Looking for badge or project opportunities for your troop? Check out our youth programs for ways to get involved.
Court-ordered
service
Complete community service requirements by performing janitorial work at HSPPR. Certain restrictions apply.
