Requirements: 10+ with parent supervision; 16-17 without supervision Our small animals are in constant need of social interaction and enrichment! Come play with bunnies, guinea pigs, and more! We also have fun opportunities for further socialization including Bunny Knit and Sit and Bunny Yoga!
Requirements: 18+; once a week commitment on the same day/time every week; Training We have many kittens that come to the shelter infected with a fungus called ringworm. This is a very common infection in young animals and can be transmitted to humans. Because of this, these kittens often struggle from lack of socialization. As…
Foster Grandparent volunteers are placed in schools throughout Northern Nevada. These volunteers help children meet academic and social goals through mentoring and tutoring. Volunteers with incomes under 200% of DHHS poverty guidelines may qualify to receive a modest stipend and mileage reimbursement.
Senior Companion volunteers provide basic social support to seniors in Northern Nevada. Activities include friendly visits, grocery shopping, transportation to doctor’s appointments, etc. Volunteers under 200% of DHHS guidelines may qualify for a modest stipend and mileage reimbursement.
Help lead tourist groups through Fly Ranch and around the geyser features.
Help keep our visitor center open and provide information and customer service to visitors.
Will help setup events, monitor events, work around building
Requirements: 16+; Experienced Cat Handler Shifts: 3 times a month Volunteers are needed to teach new volunteers all about cat handling here at NHS! A training will be required in order to teach these classes
Groups who volunteer receive an educational, team-building experience while sorting and packing food for those in need. The Kids Who Care (KWC) program is a special volunteer opportunity that allows children as young as 10 years old to volunteer alongside family and friends, bagging and boxing food for children, seniors and families in need.
Requirements: 18+; once a week commitment on the same day and time every week Are you 18+ and would like to make a difference by walking dogs? Become a dog walker today! We have different levels of dog walkers; green dot (easy), yellow dot (medium-difficult), and purple dot (only experienced volunteers and staff).