SAVING ANIMALS LIVES...
THE HEART OF WHAT WE DO
I am an animal rescuer.
I know of no creature unworthy of my time.
I will hand raise a field mouse.
I will make friends with a vulture.
My work is never done.
My house is never quiet.
My wallet is always empty.
But my heart is always full. |
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It's True That No One Person Can Save Them All…
But if You Can Make a Difference in the Life of Just One Animal, Your Contribution is Invaluable!!
HEART relies solely on the time, energy, and dedication of volunteers. Brought together by a love of animals, our volunteers save the lives of hundreds of animals each year. It's quite a "high" when we are able to make a difference in the life of a deserving animal.
You must be 18 years of age or older to be a volunteer. Those under 18 may participate if their parents are active members of HEART. Active members must complete a Volunteer Application and are expected to perform a regular “paws-on” assignment. There are a variety of ways you can get involved. The wagging tails and purrs of the grateful animals you are helping will be your reward!! |
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CAT ADOPTION SHOW TEAM
Work cat adoption shows.
Coordinate workers for adoption shows.
Set up or take down adoption shows.
Help transport cats to/from adoption shows. |
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CAT CUDDLE & CARE ASSISTANT
Help keep our cats happy and comfortable during their stay at PetSmart Orchard Park or PETCO West Seneca.
Clean cages, feed, scoop litter.
Give love and attention!! |
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FOSTER CARE ASSISTANT
Offer your home as a temporary safe haven for an animal.
Help find foster families for animals.
Serve as a liaison with foster homes.
Coordinate cats for adoption shows. |
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RESCUE ASSISTANT
Respond to calls for help (emergency phone line and e-mails).
Provide alternative recommendations for animals we cannot place in HEART foster care. |
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PHOTOGRAPHY ASSISTANT
Take digital pictures of foster animals.
Take pictures at special events & publicity opportunities. |
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GRANT WRITING
We need people with creative grant-writing expertise to help us identify foundation and corporate grants and to prepare formal grant applications. |
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FUNDRAISING
Initiate and organize fundraising projects.
Launch a new fundraiser.
Enhance an existing fundraiser.
Serve as chairperson for a major fundraiser. |
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MARKETING/PUBLIC RELATIONS
Broaden awareness of HEART in the community.
Manage public relations to provide a “recognized” image.
Serve as liaison to local media.
Look for media opportunities to promote HEART. |
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RECRUITMENT/RETAINMENT ASSISTANT
Find new ways to recruit new volunteers and retain existing volunteers.
Organize membership drives.
Organize information tables at community/special events and adoption shows. |
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PET ADOPTION CENTER
Maintenance Assistants provide behind the scenes help caring for cats and preparing adoption center to be open to the public.
Adoption Assistants answer phone calls from the public, greet visitors, provide basic information, work with potential adopters.
Organize special adoption events. |
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HUMANE EDUCATION ASSISTANT
Educate children on the responsibilities of pet ownership.
Speak to community groups to promote an understanding of pet overpopulation and the plight of homeless animals. |
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CAT ADOPTION ASSISTANT
Respond to calls on cat adoption phone line.
Respond to e-mails via website.
Perform pre-adoption interviews |
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COMMUNITY OUTREACH
Speak to community groups to promote an understanding of pet overpopulation, the plight of homeless animals in Western New York, and the important work HEART does.
Serve as liaison for organizations that wish to raise money or collect supplies for HEART. |
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DO YOU HAVE A “HEART” FOR ANIMALS
IN NEED??
To request a volunteer application, call 821-1915 and leave a message for our Volunteer Coordinator on Line 4 or e-mail volunteer@heartforanimals.org. |
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