Nonprofit
Published 10/15/25 3:52PM

Animal Rescue Volunteer (National opportunity)

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Hagerstown, MD
I Want to Volunteer


  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime), Weekends (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per month
    Commitment Details:
    We ask volunteers to commit to serving 5 days/year. If local to our Maryland center (location confidential) you can donate that time in full- or half-days. If you're travelling in (we pay expenses) we look for 5 consecutive days.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    0
    Cause Areas:
    Animals
    Benefits:
    Training Provided, Housing Available
    Good For:
    Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check

    Description

    Animal Rescue Volunteer (National opportunity)

    Animal rescue volunteers work with our Animal Rescue Team (ART) to help save animals who are victims of cruelty and disasters. When the ART responds—whether to a hurricane, large-scale neglect case, dogfighting or commercial breeding operation—animal rescue volunteers travel from all over North America to assist in the ongoing care of dogs, cats and other animals who have been rescued from harm.

    Those volunteers help provide care to animals in our shelters or assist with distributing supplies and providing other support to pets and other animals in impacted communities. Animal rescue volunteers come from all walks of life, generously giving their time to apply their skills and experience in response to animals in need. From animal handling and cage cleaning to administrative tasks, the work of animal rescue volunteers exemplifies Humane World for Animals mission: to end animal suffering.

    Location

    On-site

    Maryland rescue & rehabilitation center

    Hagerstown, MD, USA
    Directions

    Located in Northern Maryland, the center houses animals who are in our custody as a result of legal actions, so the location is confidential and only provided to volunteers who have been vetted.

    How to Volunteer for This Opportunity

    All volunteers must:

    • Be at least 18 years old.
    • Meet the requirements outlined in the Essential Capabilities document (available on our site).
    • Be willing to undergo a criminal background check.
    • Be able to travel to northern Maryland or other US locations (travel expenses are paid or reimbursed by Humane World)

    If you meet these requirements and you'd like to proceed, visit humaneworld.org/rescuevolunteer to apply.

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