Become a Volunteer
Become a Volunteer
Volunteers are an extension of our staff. Each position has training, scheduling and physical requirements. Review the role descriptions of volunteers needed at Finn's Rescue Ranch.
Volunteering at
Finn's Rescue Ranch
Volunteering at
Finn's Rescue Ranch
Thank you for your interest in becoming a volunteer at Finn's Rescue Ranch. The Volunteer Program is designed for individuals 16 years and older who want to donate some of their valuable free time to help our animals. Our volunteer team plays an important role in helping fulfill our vision of creating a community where 100% of adoptable animals find loving homes and no animals will be euthanized because of pet overpopulation.
If you are ready to commit your time and talents to Finn's Rescue Ranch, please read the instructions and follow the steps to get started.
Important Information
Volunteer Positions
At Finn’s Rescue Ranch – we have a large array of exciting volunteer opportunities!
Works with Dogs
Works with People
Works with Medical
Admissions – Data Entry & Community Support
As an Admissions Volunteer, you will assist with the intake process of animals accepted to the shelter and with our TNVR check-in process. Other tasks include data entry, community support, answering phone calls, responding to voicemails, replying to emails, and so much more!
Laundry Assistant
Volunteers will work with the Animal Care department and other departments to help with laundry duties. Utilizes approved tools and methods to facilitate the flow of laundry through the shelter (washing, drying, folding, distributing). This volunteer will also make sure that the equipment stays in good condition (removing lint, removing trash).
Finn’s Pantry and Donations Assistant
The goal of this program is to assist other departments by going through donated items and pulling, sorting, storing and distributing those that are needed, re-bagging food and stocking up the pantry. You will be helping out team keep our donations organized and assisting with Finn’s Pantry duties when needed
Animal Care – Dogs
As a Dog Care Volunteer, you will have the responsibility of assisting Animal Care staff with the daily care of the dogs, such as cleaning kennels, walking & enriching dogs, washing dishes, doing laundry, and grooming. *Must be at least 18 years old*
Custodial Assistant
Volunteers will work with the maintenance department to help with general cleaning, floors, windows, empty trash cans in and outside of the facility and be available for other duties as the arise. Utilizes approved tools and methods to facilitate a healthy level of cleanliness throughout the shelter property.
Spay/Neuter and Clinic Front Desk Assistant
This volunteer is responsible for assisting the Pet Resources team with helping owners complete medical paperwork prior to surgery, redirecting medical questions or concerns to surgery staff and ensuring paperwork is completed correctly.
Medical Services Assistant
Assisting the medical team to assess the health of the animals at the shelter. Help keep the area clean and sanitized, learn about cat and dog wellness, vaccinations, and tests, and help transport animals to the foster or adoption areas. These volunteers will help with additional tasks as needed.
Adoptions Customer Service Assistant
Adoptions Customer Service Assistant is the first person a guest will encounter when entering the Adoptions Center. This volunteer will be able to answer basic questions and inquiries, direct clients to the proper department and be able to manage a busy lobby. At times they will retrieve messages from the answering machine for the Adoptions Team.
Foster Program Support
As a Foster Support Assistant, you will have the responsibility of assisting foster parents when they pick up or return foster animals, as well as ensuring foster parents have the supplies they need. This volunteer will prepare supply kits as needed, as well as answer calls and emails pertaining to the foster program, and enter data into the database, as needed.