Volunteer

Volunteering is a great way to show your support for Yuma’s homeless animals.  There are a variety of ways to help, from working with the animals to assisting us in raising money.

We hold a volunteer orientation the first Thursday of every month at the Yuma Community Foodbank, 2404 E 24 ST (map).

Age requirements:

  • 12-15 year olds can volunteer at PetSmart with a parent or guardian.
  • 16-17 year olds can volunteer at the shelter or PetSmart. Must schedule a one-on-one interview after orientation.
  • All volunteers not yet 18 must have written permission from a parent or legal gaurdian.

Thrift store workers -

We are in desperate need of volunteers to work at one of our two thrift store locations -our permanent location off of 24 ST and 4 AVE and our seasonal location at the Arizona Marketplace. You may contact Sherrell Judish (HSOY Board Member and Thrift Store Coordinator) directly at 580-1000.

Dog Walking

Walk with our dogs Tuesday through Friday 11am-5:45pm

Office / Administrative

There is a variety of office  work that needs to be done.

Fostering

Provide temporary shelter and care for animals that have special needs.  Length of time varies. Go to our foster page for more information.

PetSmart Cat Cuddling

Clean, feed and cuddle with the cats at PETsMART Sunday Monday 7am-10am or 5pm-9pm

PetSmart Pals

Help with the dogs on PETsMART dog adoption days.

Fundraising/Events

Assist Community Relations Manager with fundraising events or programs.  On-site or prior planning.

Facility Cleaning

Morning or afternoon clean up of office or grounds.

Landscaping

Keeping grounds clean and maintained (weeds, grass, etc.). 

Rescue Transportation

Provide transportation as needed for animals going to rescue groups around the state (usually Phoenix, San Diego, or Tucson)

Volunteer Recognition: Cathy Walk

We at the Humane Society of Yuma depend heavily on volunteers to carry out our mission. We could never hope to give the amount of recognition and praise each and everyone of our volunteers deserve.

We have decided to recognize the best of the best by awarding a Volunteer of the Season (to be awarded quarterly). Cathy Walk

Our first recipient, for Winter 2008, is Cathy Walk and is being awarded by our departing Director of Development, Elkie Wills.

"For three years, Cathy has been a dedicated weekly volunteer. First, getting cuddly with the cats at PetSmart. Every week, we could count on Cathy to clean, play and organize the cat room at PetSmart. After a year and many hugs later, Cathy decided seeing those sweet sad eyes can take a toll on the heart. She found office work tugged a bit less at her heart strings.

I don't know what I did without her before she started helping in my office. From thank you's to database input, to making crafts (she likes that one the best) , Cathy has helped me organize and execute on a weekly basis.

Of course, her dedication doesn't end with volunteering. She is also the proud parent of Zonie (formally a guest at the HSOY). Zonie hit the jackpot with Cathy and Bob Walk as her new parents and I can say the same for myself. I hit the jackpot with such a hard working volunteer. Lots of wags to you Cathy!"

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