Volunteer With Tree House
Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Tree House Humane Society!
Your compassion for helping cats makes a real difference in their lives, whether through direct care, socialization, administrative support, or helping them find happy, loving homes.
Behind every purring cat and successful adoption story stands an incredible force of dedicated volunteers who make our mission possible. Our volunteers are the beating heart of our humane society, dedicating countless hours to ensuring every feline friend receives the love, care, and attention they need to thrive.
Please see below for how to embark on this incredible volunteering journey!
Volunteer Requirements
Eligibility
- Must be 18+ years of age
- Regular weekly availability
- Minimum 6-month commitment (3 hours weekly for most roles)
- We cannot accept court-ordered service hours
Qualifications
- Ability to work independently
- Stand and walk for up to 3 hours
- Lift and carry items of varying weights
- Bend, reach overhead, have clear vision (both close-up and distance)
- Comfortable communicating with staff, visitors, and volunteers
- Receptive to feedback
How to Apply
Ready to join the team? Click here to apply.
- Sign up via Digital Cheetah, our Volunteer Portal
- Once you’ve logged in, you’ll watch our Virtual Orientation, learning about our mission, values, and the work we do.
- Tell us about yourself by completing a short form to share your interests, availability, and preferred roles.
- Schedule a Quick Intro Call
- Book a 15-minute call with our Volunteer Program Manager to say hello, learn more about our program, and ask any questions.
- Submit Required Documents
- Sign our volunteer policies and agreements.
- Upload proof of COVID-19 vaccination.
- Pay a one-time $40 volunteer fee (covers your t-shirt, background check, and access to our training & tools)
- Complete a Background Check
- Volunteers will be ineligible if results show violent crimes, animal abuse/neglect, or drug-related offenses. Tree House reserves the right to deny eligibility for other criminal history not listed here.
- Complete Online Training
- Learn the basics of animal behavior, safety, and disease prevention.
- Attend On-site Orientation
- Join us in person for a guided facility tour and hands-on training
- Receive your official Tree House volunteer t-shirt and name badge
- Meet the Tree House team
- Start Volunteering!
- Once you’re all set, we’ll schedule your first shift!
Within your first few months, you’ll be expected to complete additional training specific to your volunteer role.
Please note that we do not offer exclusive playtime or cuddling with the cats.
Questions?
We’re here to help! Reach out to volunteer@treehouseanimals.org anytime.
We can’t wait to welcome you to our volunteer team!
