If you've ever wanted to volunteer to help the VHS, they're hosting a new volunteer orientation. Here's what you need to know.

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The Vanderburgh Humane Society

The Vanderburgh Humane Society does so much to help animals in our community. Currently, they have MORE THAN 600 animals in their care. Some are in foster care, some are at the VHS facility, and some are at River Kitty Cat Cafe. Just like most other animal rescues in our community and beyond, they are quite overwhelmed. If you aren't able to adopt an animal at the moment, one way you can help is by volunteering.

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Volunteering Opportunity with the VHS

My sweet friend Kat told me that a wise person once told her "If you can't give money, give time." And I've always loved that. The Vanderburgh Humane Society can definitely use some helping hands to help with the hundreds of animals they have in their care currently, so they are hosting a volunteer orientation on August 16th at 6:30 PM in the VHS lobby. Volunteer opportunities include cat care, dog walking, Happy Tails Reseal Shop, River Kitty Cat Cafe, special events, and more.

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What are Volunteer Qualifications?

There are a few qualifications you'll need to be able to volunteer for the VHS:

All volunteers must meet the following requirements:
Be at least 16 years of age (click here for activities for kids under 16!)
Commit a minimum of 4 hours per month long-term.*
*If you are needing short-term opportunities for either school hours, businesses/groups, or court-ordered community service, scroll to the bottom of this page!
Must never have been convicted of any crimes related to sexual misconduct, assault/battery, theft, or animal- or child-related offenses such as cruelty or neglect.
Have an approved volunteer application on file (see below)
Have a valid email address
Attend orientation
Complete 2 trainings in desired area
Pay a $25 volunteer fee to cover the cost of your T-shirt and materials
Agree to follow all VHS safety and disease control protocols when interacting with animals

If you want to learn more about volunteering with the VHS, you can find all of the volunteer information, here.

Animal Shelters and Rescues In and Around Evansville Indiana

Whether you are looking to foster or adopt a homeless animal, or you would like to volunteer or donate, here are the animal shelters and rescues in and around Evansville, Indiana.

Source: Evansville’s Humane Society Needs Volunteers Hosting Orientation on August 16th

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