How to Volunteer

Thank You for Your Interest in Our Volunteer Program!

Our Mission

The Broward County Animal Care Volunteer Program brings people together with a common goal of improving the lives of animals at our shelter. Our four pillars of service are Community Animal Care, Equitable Services, Public Safety, and World-Class Shelter Operations.

General Information

• Participants must be at least 16 years old to volunteer.
• Volunteers must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Students can earn community service hours by volunteering.
• Groups interested in volunteering should contact the Volunteer Coordinator at animalcarevolunteer@broward.org.
• Please Note: We do not fulfill court-ordered community service hours.

Volunteer Roles

Volunteering with Broward County Animal Care is a great way to give back to your community, earn student service hours, gain job experience, or simply spend time helping animals.

• Dog Walker
• Cat Enrichment Assistant
• Dog Enrichment Assistant
• Events and Outreach
• Lobby Greeter
• Clinic/Surgery Suite Assistant
• Data/Social Media Team
• Photographer

Become a Volunteer

Ready to help us save lives? Start by completing our Virtual Orientation at your own pace.

Youth Volunteering and Community Service Hours (Under Age 16)

Youth under the age of 16 are not eligible to volunteer. However, they can still support our shelter pets by hosting a donation drive or fundraiser to benefit the animals.

Youth under 16 may also earn community service hours by fostering a shelter pet through our Foster Program. Visit our Foster Page to learn more about fostering and how you and your family can help save a life.