Volunteer - Alaska Humane Society

There are many ways to volunteer at AHS:

On site at the shelter (must be 16 years or older but we do welcome volunteers ages 12 – 15 with adult supervision at all times).

See information below regarding required training.

Work a weekly shift from 7pm-9pm Monday – Friday or 1pm-3pm on Sunday. Please let us know if you are interested in Saturday opportunities. Duties include scooping litter boxes, washing water bowls, refilling food and water bowls, sweeping, mopping and finally, petting and socializing cats.
Come in weekly to socialize with the cats (this helps them become more adoptable).
Participate in periodically scheduled “deep cleaning” days.

Outside the shelter

Participate in informational “pop-up” events at places around Anchorage. Past events include Fashion Pact, Anchorage Animal Control, and the Anchorage Senior Center. These events allow us to inform the public about the shelter and what we do.
Participate in fundraising events like the AHS Garage Sale.
Join an AHS board committee (fundraising, PR, etc.).
Join our foster community and give our cats a safe, loving home outside the shelter environment.
Share your expertise (e.g., fund raising, newsletter, grant writing, website development, carpentry, electrical work, legal review of documents, etc.). We would love to talk with you about how your skills can support us!

READY TO VOLUNTEER?

1. 1. Want to volunteer at the shelter – Please complete our Volunteer Application. After receiving your application, we will contact you to arrange a date for your training. Training occurs during the volunteer shifts described above. If you have questions, please email the Volunteer Coordinator at adoptacat907@gmail.com.
  2. Want to volunteer as a group – Please email adoptacat907@gmail.com to find out about the opportunities available for group volunteers.
  3. Want to share your expertise – Please email adoptacat907@gmail.com.

Alaska Humane Society