SAVING ANIMALS LIVES...
THE HEART OF WHAT WE DO
I am an animal rescuer.
I know of no creature unworthy of my time.
I will hand raise a field mouse.
I will make friends with a vulture.
My work is never done.
My house is never quiet.
My wallet is always empty.
But my heart is always full.
Thank you to our wonderful volunteers who give so much of their time. With your help HEART will continue to rescue as many stray animals as we possibly can. There are just too many little faces looking for help and safety to not keep going! There is a special place in our hearts for all of you!! We ask for your continued support until we no longer have a job to do!! |
It's True That No One Person Can Save Them All…
But if You Can Make a Difference in the Life of Just One Animal, Your Contribution is Invaluable!!
HEART relies solely on the time, energy, and dedication of volunteers. Brought together by a love of animals, our volunteers save the lives of hundreds of animals each year. It's quite a "high" when we are able to make a difference in the life of a deserving animal.
HEART has a Cat Department and a Dog Department. You must be 18 years of age or older to be a volunteer. Those under 18 may participate if their parents are active members of HEART. Active members must complete a Volunteer Application and are expected to perform a regular “paws-on” in the Cat or Dog Department. There are a variety of ways you can get involved. The wagging tails and purrs of the grateful animals you are helping will be your reward!! |
CAT ADOPTION SHOW TEAM
Work cat adoption shows.
Coordinate workers for adoption shows.
Set up or take down adoption shows.
Help transport cats to/from adoption shows. |
CAT CUDDLE & CARE TEAM
Help keep our cats happy and comfortable during their stay at PetSmart Orchard Park or PETCO West Seneca.
Clean cages, feed, scoop litter.
Give love and attention!! |
FOSTER CARE TEAM
Offer your home as a temporary safe haven for an animal.
Help find foster families for cats & dogs.
Serve as a liaison with foster homes.
Baby-sit for foster animals. |
RESCUE TEAM
Respond to calls for help (emergency phone line and e-mails).
Provide alternative recommendations for animals we cannot place in foster care. |
PHOTOGRAPHY TEAM
Take digital pictures of foster animals.
Take pictures at special events & publicity opportunities. |
GRANT WRITING TEAM
We need people with creative grant-writing expertise to help us identify foundation and corporate grants and to prepare formal grant applications. |
FUNDRAISING TEAM
Initiate and organize fundraising projects.
Launch a new fundraiser.
Enhance an existing fundraiser.
Serve as chairperson for a major fundraiser. |
MARKETING/PUBLIC RELATIONS TEAM
Broaden awareness of HEART in the community.
Manage public relations to provide a “recognized” image.
Serve as liaison to local media.
Look for media opportunities to promote HEART. |
RECRUITMENT/RETAINMENT TEAM
Find new ways to recruit new volunteers and retain existing volunteers.
Organize membership drives.
Set up information tables at special events, adoption shows, and community events. |
PET ADOPTION CENTER TEAM
Clean adoption center.
Clean cat cages, feed, scoop litter, play.
Answer phone and greet visitors.
Provide information.
Complete adoption applications.
Help match potential pet parents with pets.
Organize special adoption events. |
HUMANE EDUCATION TEAM
Educate children on the responsibilities of pet ownership.
Speak to community groups to promote an understanding of pet overpopulation and the plight of homeless animals. |
| To request a volunteer application, please call 821-1915 and leave a message for our Volunteer Coordinator (Mailbox 3) or e-mail volunteer@heartforanimals.org. |
