Volunteer: Freeckles Foundation Animal Adoption Family OutreachWe are looking for a volunteer to help with post-adoption follow-up calls. These calls ensure our adopted cats and dogs are adjusting well in their new homes and give families a chance to ask questions or share updates. When: Flexible (calls can be made from home) Where: Remote opportunity Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Calling recent adopters to check on their new pet’s transitionAsking a few simple questions from our follow-up scriptAsking families to share their “Happy Tails” template providedRecording feedback and any concerns to share with the adoption teamThis is a wonderful way to stay connected with our mission and help make sure every animal thrives in their forever home. Organization: Freckles Foundation & Animal Rescue We are looking for a volunteer to help with post-adoption follow-up calls. These calls ensure our adopted cats and dogs are adjusting well in their new homes and give families a chance to ask questions or share updates. When: Flexible (calls can be made from home) Where: Remote opportunity Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Calling recent adopters to check on their new pet’s transitionAsking a few simple questions from our follow-up scriptAsking families to share their “Happy Tails” template providedRecording feedback and any concerns to share with the adoption teamThis is a wonderful way to stay connected with our mission and help make sure every animal thrives in their forever home. Organization: Freckles Foundation & Animal Rescue Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 20905 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Volunteer with A Home of Their Own Animal RescueJoin Us in Making a Difference - Become a Volunteer We are always in need of compassionate, dedicated volunteers. Whether you have a few hours a week or are looking for a more active role, there are many ways to get involved! Volunteer opportunities include: Fostering dogs and/or cats in your home Transporting animals to and from shelters, veterinary appointments, or adoption shows Helping at adoption shows with setup, support, and dog handling Dog walking for dogs in boarding - give them a break with walks or fun field trips Administrative help such as data entry or bookkeeping Social media and outreach to support branding, content creation, and community engagement Fundraising through virtual campaigns or in-person events No matter your skill set or schedule, your time can truly make a difference. Ready to get started? Organization: A Home of Their Own Animal Rescue Join Us in Making a Difference - Become a Volunteer We are always in need of compassionate, dedicated volunteers. Whether you have a few hours a week or are looking for a more active role, there are many ways to get involved! Volunteer opportunities include: Fostering dogs and/or cats in your home Transporting animals to and from shelters, veterinary appointments, or adoption shows Helping at adoption shows with setup, support, and dog handling Dog walking for dogs in boarding - give them a break with walks or fun field trips Administrative help such as data entry or bookkeeping Social media and outreach to support branding, content creation, and community engagement Fundraising through virtual campaigns or in-person events No matter your skill set or schedule, your time can truly make a difference. Ready to get started? Organization: A Home of Their Own Animal Rescue Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 20852 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Olney Dog Adoption Show Set Up- A Home of Their Own Animal RescueA Home of Their Own is committed to saving as many dogs and cats as we can while finding them the best possible forever homes. Once an animal is adopted, we will offer education, training, outreach and support to create a community of happy adopters and their pets. A Home of Their Own is looking for an individual to assist with dog adoption show set up the 3rd Saturday of each month from 1:00PM to 3:00PM at Unleashed, 3134 Olney Sandy Spring Rd., Olney. Task include: Setting up the informational table (adoptable dog binder, treats, resources) Filling and refilling dog bowls Assisting new volunteers who may be attending their first dog show Answering questions about the adoptable dogs Explaining the adoption process to potential adoptersAll supplies and training will be provided. If you are looking for an opportunity to assist the animal community here is your chance. If you are interested in this opportunity, please visit ahomeoftheirownrescue.org/volunteer and sign up today! Organization: A Home of Their Own Animal Rescue A Home of Their Own is committed to saving as many dogs and cats as we can while finding them the best possible forever homes. Once an animal is adopted, we will offer education, training, outreach and support to create a community of happy adopters and their pets. A Home of Their Own is looking for an individual to assist with dog adoption show set up the 3rd Saturday of each month from 1:00PM to 3:00PM at Unleashed, 3134 Olney Sandy Spring Rd., Olney. Task include: Setting up the informational table (adoptable dog binder, treats, resources) Filling and refilling dog bowls Assisting new volunteers who may be attending their first dog show Answering questions about the adoptable dogs Explaining the adoption process to potential adoptersAll supplies and training will be provided. If you are looking for an opportunity to assist the animal community here is your chance. If you are interested in this opportunity, please visit ahomeoftheirownrescue.org/volunteer and sign up today! Organization: A Home of Their Own Animal Rescue Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 20832 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Dog Applicant Meet & Greet Liaisons- A Home of Their Own Animal RescueHelp Dogs Find Their Perfect Match We’re currently looking for volunteers to serve as Dog Applicant Meet & Greet Liaisons - a vital part of the adoption process! As a Meet & Greet Liaison, you will: Introduce adoptable dogs to potential adopters Share information about each dog’s personality, background, and needs Provide feedback on the meet and greet to our Dog Manager Help create lasting connections between dogs and their future families This role is a great fit if you: Are friendly, reliable, and comfortable speaking with people Want to make a hands-on difference in a dog’s journey to their forever home Can commit to occasional in-person meetups (locations vary) Ready to help dogs find the love they deserve? Organization: A Home of Their Own Animal Rescue Help Dogs Find Their Perfect Match We’re currently looking for volunteers to serve as Dog Applicant Meet & Greet Liaisons - a vital part of the adoption process! As a Meet & Greet Liaison, you will: Introduce adoptable dogs to potential adopters Share information about each dog’s personality, background, and needs Provide feedback on the meet and greet to our Dog Manager Help create lasting connections between dogs and their future families This role is a great fit if you: Are friendly, reliable, and comfortable speaking with people Want to make a hands-on difference in a dog’s journey to their forever home Can commit to occasional in-person meetups (locations vary) Ready to help dogs find the love they deserve? Organization: A Home of Their Own Animal Rescue Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 20852 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Dog Adoption Show Helpers Needed- A Home of Their Own Animal RescueWe’re seeking positive, eager individuals to join our dynamic team at weekly adoption events in Olney and Silver Spring. Responsibilities may include: Assisting with event setup and take-down Refilling water bowls for our furry friends Greeting visitors, answering questions, and guiding the public Transporting dogs to and from the venue Handling and engaging with dogs during the show What we're looking for: A friendly, upbeat attitude and a willingness to learn Previous experience with dogs is a plus, but passion and enthusiasm matter most! All training and supplies (treats, water bowls, adoption resources, etc.) will be provided. Ready to make a difference? Visit ahomeoftheirownrescue.org/volunteer to sign up and learn more about how you can support our adoption shows. Your time and care help us rehome more pets and create brighter futures. Organization: A Home of Their Own Animal Rescue We’re seeking positive, eager individuals to join our dynamic team at weekly adoption events in Olney and Silver Spring. Responsibilities may include: Assisting with event setup and take-down Refilling water bowls for our furry friends Greeting visitors, answering questions, and guiding the public Transporting dogs to and from the venue Handling and engaging with dogs during the show What we're looking for: A friendly, upbeat attitude and a willingness to learn Previous experience with dogs is a plus, but passion and enthusiasm matter most! All training and supplies (treats, water bowls, adoption resources, etc.) will be provided. Ready to make a difference? Visit ahomeoftheirownrescue.org/volunteer to sign up and learn more about how you can support our adoption shows. Your time and care help us rehome more pets and create brighter futures. Organization: A Home of Their Own Animal Rescue Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 20814 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Animal Rescue Social Media Postings-RemotePost the rescued pets photos and/or text about the pets on social media platforms like facebook, youtube, and Petfinder. Organization: Pep's Pals Rescue Post the rescued pets photos and/or text about the pets on social media platforms like facebook, youtube, and Petfinder. Organization: Pep's Pals Rescue Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Silver Spring Dog Adoption Show Set Up- A Home of Their Own Animal RescueA Home of Their Own is committed to saving as many dogs and cats as we can while finding them the best possible forever homes. Once an animal is adopted, we will offer education, training, outreach and support to create a community of happy adopters and their pets. A Home of Their Own is looking for an individual to assist with dog adoption show set up the 5th Saturday of each month (only on certain months) from 1:00PM to 3:00PM at Petsmart, 12020 Cherry Hill Rd., Calverton/Silver Spring Task include: Setting up the informational table (adoptable dog binder, treats, resources) Filling and refilling dog bowls Assisting new volunteers who may be attending their first dog show Answering questions about the adoptable dogs Explaining the adoption process to potential adoptersAll supplies and training will be provided. If you are looking for an opportunity to assist the animal community here is your chance. If you are interested in this opportunity, please visit ahomeoftheirownrescue.org/volunteer and sign up today! Organization: A Home of Their Own Animal Rescue A Home of Their Own is committed to saving as many dogs and cats as we can while finding them the best possible forever homes. Once an animal is adopted, we will offer education, training, outreach and support to create a community of happy adopters and their pets. A Home of Their Own is looking for an individual to assist with dog adoption show set up the 5th Saturday of each month (only on certain months) from 1:00PM to 3:00PM at Petsmart, 12020 Cherry Hill Rd., Calverton/Silver Spring Task include: Setting up the informational table (adoptable dog binder, treats, resources) Filling and refilling dog bowls Assisting new volunteers who may be attending their first dog show Answering questions about the adoptable dogs Explaining the adoption process to potential adoptersAll supplies and training will be provided. If you are looking for an opportunity to assist the animal community here is your chance. If you are interested in this opportunity, please visit ahomeoftheirownrescue.org/volunteer and sign up today! Organization: A Home of Their Own Animal Rescue Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 20904 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Silver Spring Dog Adoption Show Set Up- A Home of Their Own Animal RescueA Home of Their Own is committed to saving as many dogs and cats as we can while finding them the best possible forever homes. Once an animal is adopted, we will offer education, training, outreach and support to create a community of happy adopters and their pets. A Home of Their Own is looking for an individual to assist with dog adoption show set up the 4th Saturday of each month from 1:00PM to 3:00PM at Petsmart, 12020 Cherry Hill Rd., Calverton/Silver Spring Task include: Setting up the informational table (adoptable dog binder, treats, resources) Filling and refilling dog bowls Assisting new volunteers who may be attending their first dog show Answering questions about the adoptable dogs Explaining the adoption process to potential adoptersAll supplies and training will be provided. If you are looking for an opportunity to assist the animal community here is your chance. If you are interested in this opportunity, please visit ahomeoftheirownrescue.org/volunteer and sign up today! Organization: A Home of Their Own Animal Rescue A Home of Their Own is committed to saving as many dogs and cats as we can while finding them the best possible forever homes. Once an animal is adopted, we will offer education, training, outreach and support to create a community of happy adopters and their pets. A Home of Their Own is looking for an individual to assist with dog adoption show set up the 4th Saturday of each month from 1:00PM to 3:00PM at Petsmart, 12020 Cherry Hill Rd., Calverton/Silver Spring Task include: Setting up the informational table (adoptable dog binder, treats, resources) Filling and refilling dog bowls Assisting new volunteers who may be attending their first dog show Answering questions about the adoptable dogs Explaining the adoption process to potential adoptersAll supplies and training will be provided. If you are looking for an opportunity to assist the animal community here is your chance. If you are interested in this opportunity, please visit ahomeoftheirownrescue.org/volunteer and sign up today! Organization: A Home of Their Own Animal Rescue Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 20904 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: CHOMPERS Pet Food Bank Help NeededAre you a person looking for an opportunity to work with a not for profit 501(C) 3 organization? Then perhaps the Animal Welfare League of Montgomery County (AWLMC) may be just the thing. Are you looking for a great way to make new friends both human and feline, all sharing experiences and all for a good cause. Then maybe we are a great fit. We are looking for a person who is experience with Excel to enter data into our Chompers Food Bank Data Bank. If this is of interest to you please visit our website, awlmc.org or all 301-740-2511. We look forward to meeting and working with you. Please go to our website awlmc.org click on the Volunteer Icon and select Volunteer Application. Thank You Organization: Animal Welfare League of Montgomery County Are you a person looking for an opportunity to work with a not for profit 501(C) 3 organization? Then perhaps the Animal Welfare League of Montgomery County (AWLMC) may be just the thing. Are you looking for a great way to make new friends both human and feline, all sharing experiences and all for a good cause. Then maybe we are a great fit. We are looking for a person who is experience with Excel to enter data into our Chompers Food Bank Data Bank. If this is of interest to you please visit our website, awlmc.org or all 301-740-2511. We look forward to meeting and working with you. Please go to our website awlmc.org click on the Volunteer Icon and select Volunteer Application. Thank You Organization: Animal Welfare League of Montgomery County Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 20877 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Pet Foster CoordinatorNo experience needed. Do check-ins with Foster and Adopters of animals rescued. A simple phone call to ask how they are doing with their new pet and how the pet is doing. Organization: Pep's Pals Rescue No experience needed. Do check-ins with Foster and Adopters of animals rescued. A simple phone call to ask how they are doing with their new pet and how the pet is doing. Organization: Pep's Pals Rescue Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 20832 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Calling All CAT LOVERS!!!!Lucky Dog Animal Rescue is looking for volunteers who LOVE CATS to go to various Petsmart locations and care for our cats that live there while waiting to be adopted! Our cats are currently housed in 3 locations: Largo Petsmart (10464 Campus Way S, Largo, MD 20774), Oxon Hill Petsmart (6005 Oxon Hill Road Oxon Hill, MD 20745) and Alexandria Petsmart (3351 Richmond Hwy Alexandria, VA 22305) We are looking for volunteers to go once a week and help maintain the cleanliness of the cat's condos in the cat centers. This includes scooping their litter box (or a full litter box change if needed), using the provided cleaners to sweep out and clean the condos to keep them sanitary, change out any dirty beds and toys with new fresh ones, making sure that they have fresh water and clean bowls and general just tidying up. It is really important that the cats are kept clean to prevent them getting sick. We also want volunteers to spend time playing with the cats and kittens so they get well socialized and handled routinely. After your visit we ask for a visit report letting us know how the cat(s) are doing, any observations on their personality, and your interactions with them. Pictures/videos are great too!The available hours are 9 am - 9 pm Mondays through Saturdays and 10 am - 7 pm on Sundays for Petsmart Locations. There isn't an hour requirement for this volunteer opportunity: we encourage people to sign up on a recurring basis ideally once a week. Not approved for MCPS SSL hours. See guidelines for agencies on how virtual opportunities may be considered for SSL. Organization: Lucky Dog Animal Rescue Lucky Dog Animal Rescue is looking for volunteers who LOVE CATS to go to various Petsmart locations and care for our cats that live there while waiting to be adopted! Our cats are currently housed in 3 locations: Largo Petsmart (10464 Campus Way S, Largo, MD 20774), Oxon Hill Petsmart (6005 Oxon Hill Road Oxon Hill, MD 20745) and Alexandria Petsmart (3351 Richmond Hwy Alexandria, VA 22305) We are looking for volunteers to go once a week and help maintain the cleanliness of the cat's condos in the cat centers. This includes scooping their litter box (or a full litter box change if needed), using the provided cleaners to sweep out and clean the condos to keep them sanitary, change out any dirty beds and toys with new fresh ones, making sure that they have fresh water and clean bowls and general just tidying up. It is really important that the cats are kept clean to prevent them getting sick. We also want volunteers to spend time playing with the cats and kittens so they get well socialized and handled routinely. After your visit we ask for a visit report letting us know how the cat(s) are doing, any observations on their personality, and your interactions with them. Pictures/videos are great too!The available hours are 9 am - 9 pm Mondays through Saturdays and 10 am - 7 pm on Sundays for Petsmart Locations. There isn't an hour requirement for this volunteer opportunity: we encourage people to sign up on a recurring basis ideally once a week. Not approved for MCPS SSL hours. See guidelines for agencies on how virtual opportunities may be considered for SSL. Organization: Lucky Dog Animal Rescue Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 20745 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Join our Board of Directors!Court Watch Montgomery is Recruiting Board Members! We are a small nonprofit with a big mission: to ensure safety and access to justice for survivors of intimate partner violence in Montgomery County. Through dedicated and well-trained volunteers, we monitor and collect data on protective order hearings in Montgomery County District Court, use our findings to identify and recommend needed improvements in policy and practice, and hold judges and court personnel accountable for providing a safe and respectful court environment. Since our founding in 2011, Court Watch Montgomery (CWM) has monitored more than 11,000 hearings and our resulting reports and recommendations make an impact. We found in 2022 that “staggered exits” – a recognized best practice to protect victims at the end of a protective order hearing – were being enforced only 39% of the time. We reported this finding to the public and to the court and saw an immediate increase, to 59%, in 2023. We also reported in 2023 that petitioners are far more likely to receive a final protective order when they appear in court with an advocate or attorney, highlighting a critical resource need in the county. Most recently, CWM reported on the use of gun-related best practices in protective order hearings, helping to inform the public about an issue that is the focus of a high profile Supreme Court case (Rahimi). The CWM board defines the organization’s mission and vision, develops short- and long-term plans to carry out the mission, and sets policies for effective management. Resource development and fundraising to support CWM operations are key functions of the board. We are seeking to expand our board and are committed to having a team with diverse skills, experiences, and abilities. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and communities, and we especially encourage those with lived experience and skills in fundraising/resource development, finance/accounting, or advocacy/policy, to apply. Interviews will be held with current CWM board members and our Executive Director. Please submit a resume and letter of interest to: lchatmon@courtwatchmontgomery.org Click to download a full list of board responsibilities. Court Watch Montgomery **Priority will be given to applicants in or near Montgomery County, MD.** Organization: Court Watch Montgomery Court Watch Montgomery is Recruiting Board Members! We are a small nonprofit with a big mission: to ensure safety and access to justice for survivors of intimate partner violence in Montgomery County. Through dedicated and well-trained volunteers, we monitor and collect data on protective order hearings in Montgomery County District Court, use our findings to identify and recommend needed improvements in policy and practice, and hold judges and court personnel accountable for providing a safe and respectful court environment. Since our founding in 2011, Court Watch Montgomery (CWM) has monitored more than 11,000 hearings and our resulting reports and recommendations make an impact. We found in 2022 that “staggered exits” – a recognized best practice to protect victims at the end of a protective order hearing – were being enforced only 39% of the time. We reported this finding to the public and to the court and saw an immediate increase, to 59%, in 2023. We also reported in 2023 that petitioners are far more likely to receive a final protective order when they appear in court with an advocate or attorney, highlighting a critical resource need in the county. Most recently, CWM reported on the use of gun-related best practices in protective order hearings, helping to inform the public about an issue that is the focus of a high profile Supreme Court case (Rahimi). The CWM board defines the organization’s mission and vision, develops short- and long-term plans to carry out the mission, and sets policies for effective management. Resource development and fundraising to support CWM operations are key functions of the board. We are seeking to expand our board and are committed to having a team with diverse skills, experiences, and abilities. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and communities, and we especially encourage those with lived experience and skills in fundraising/resource development, finance/accounting, or advocacy/policy, to apply. Interviews will be held with current CWM board members and our Executive Director. Please submit a resume and letter of interest to: lchatmon@courtwatchmontgomery.org Click to download a full list of board responsibilities. Court Watch Montgomery **Priority will be given to applicants in or near Montgomery County, MD.** Organization: Court Watch Montgomery Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 20910 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Recorded Visual Content Creator for SeniorsRecorded Visual Content Creator: Are you creative? Do you enjoy creating short videos to provide entertainment and lifelong learning opportunities? Do you love helping others? This could be a great opportunity for you! Create recorded content for older adults to enjoy. Many of these older adults are aging in place or isolated. Content must be family-friendly and will be available for older adult clients to view. Videos will provide opportunities for learning, enjoyment, and entertainment and could genuinely make people’s day and improve mood and overall quality of life. Please find more information and guidelines on how to create this content below. Contact and send your completed (unlisted) YouTube videos to: Gabe at gpinkney@jssa.org.
REQUIREMENTS: Video Creation & Editing Experience Basic knowledge of YouTube and how to upload a video to YouTube (must be uploaded as unlisted) Interest in Creating Content For Seniors Interest in Lifelong LearningFor more information contact: gpinkney@jssa.orgWe Need Your Help! A Call for Creative, Recorded Video Content for our Clients One wonderful way that volunteers can get involved in supporting our senior clients is by providing recorded video content to add to our video library. Many of our clients are aging in place and it helps stimulate them to utilize media platforms for entertainment, enrichment, and lifelong learning. One of our goals is to continue to expand our library of recorded content for our clients. Please review this entire document carefully for requirements and how the process works. I have included some tips and tutorials under the resources section. We appreciate your time and consideration of doing this! Required Guidelines, Policies and Filming Suggestions-Please Review Appropriate/Professional content: All videos must be appropriately and professionally created. Please make sure all visual content and spoken word content is done in good taste. Please make sure it is family friendly content.Please make sure that the following is followed:
-Speak clearly, enunciate, and speak a bit slower than you normally do. Providing some pauses in between topics or portions of your presentation can help the viewer digest the information.
-Please do not share your last name or any additional personal information about yourself or anyone else during your videos. For example, if you are narrating or leading a video you could say, “Hi, my name is (your first name) and today I will show you around (name of location).”
-Please do not just speak to the camera. Options to enhance your video include showing the camera objects, sharing your screen to display text and visuals, showing the camera scenic views/displays, etc.
-Please make sure your sound levels are good and you have good lighting. Filming outdoors if audio levels are ok can help with the quality of the lighting.
-These videos are better if done generically, so that people can view them anytime. No need to mention the date you are filming, events that are upcoming, or any possible limiting factors like that. Keep things generic, broad and open-ended, and focus on the task at hand of entertaining and informing the viewer. Quality Equipment/recording tips: All videos must be taken using quality equipment. Videos cannot be blurry. Some examples of devices you can use to capture content include your smartphone, a video camera, a tablet, or your computer. Please make sure the device you are using when filming has sufficient battery charge. Please make sure your fingers do not cover the camera lens when you are filming. One option is to place your recording device on a holder or flat surface so the camera is steady and not moving around as much.
Please record your video in full screen mode (no widescreen please). If using a smartphone to record your content, please make sure that you turn your phone sideways before starting your recording. Turning the phone sideways (the example I’m thinking of is with an iPhone) will make sure your video is recorded in full screen mode (and will not have widescreen bars on the sides of it). Participants: If you are recording a video with more people in it than just you, please make sure others who are participating in the video are aware of what it will be used for, are ok with the purpose of this video being created, and follow the guidelines listed here.
Limiting Visual & Audio Distractions: If recording your video in a public setting (such as a park, a museum, etc.) please do your best to record the video in a quieter, less crowded space. In some situations, it may not be possible to have other people who are visiting this venue out of your shot. What we want is for you to find an area where your voice can still be heard clearly and where others who are visiting the same attraction do not take away from the main message and focus of your video. Please silence other devices like your phone during filming to limit any distractions. When filming your video and using your phone, please turn on airplay mode (or do not disturb) so that you won’t receive calls, texts, or other distracting notifications while filming. Please limit any possible distractions so you are focused and others who may be nearby don’t interrupt you from creating your great project. Videos can be done in a variety of ways. If you prefer to create a visual picture slideshow that syncs up with the audio that you recorded, that works fine. The key is creating sensory stimulating content that has both pictures (moving or still) and words/music/etc. Music usage and copywriting If you choose to use music in your video, please make sure it is your own original music. If you play music that is by a known artist, YouTube may not allow you to upload the content due to copywrite restrictions. You can sing or perform your own versions of music. If you use iMovie or other video editing programs, you can use the soundtracks available in the iMovie program, which are generic audio selections that could enhance your video. Please note: we cannot guarantee that every video submission will be used.
Video Recording and Submission Process: Make a plan for your video. Practice, as needed. When you are ready, record your video.Review and edit your video. Film another take if needed. Make any changes or technical edits you need to make. Make sure the video flows nicely please. We aren’t expecting submissions to be Oscar worthy, but we do want these to be well thought out with care and consideration. One example of a program you can use for enhancing/editing if using an apple product is iMovie. There are several tutorials available online to help with the basics of editing on iMovie. Here is a good iMovie tutorial! There are also other simplistic movie editors on smartphones, and another on PC computers is called video editor. Again, you don’t have to be a professional to do this, these types of editing programs are pretty basic and easy to use. Upload your video to YouTube (choose unlisted as your sharing option please. Unlisted means it will not post publicly online and only those who you share the link with directly will be able to view it). Submit your video link and your signed media release form to the Volunteer Coordinator by emailing Gabe at gpinkney@jssa.org
HELPFUL RESOURCES TO EXPLORE 5-minute iMovie video editing tutorial (video) Uploading video to YouTube Tutorial 1 (please make sure your video is set as “unlisted”) Uploading video to YouTube Tutorial 2 How to add automatic subtitles and closed captions to your YouTube Video More on adding subtitles and captions to your YouTube video Adding closed captioning into your YouTube Video Click on “subtitles” on the left side of your screen and find the video you have uploaded. Underneath the languages column click on downward arrow, click on that and click on the language you want the subtitles to be in Click on “duplicate and edit” on the right side You will see the subtitles that YouTube generated from your video on the left side. Take a few minutes to proofread the subtitles to make sure they were written correctly and that there aren’t any spelling errors. Please correct the spelling errors as best you can. Please feel free to add some punctuation too because no punctuation is automatically generated. Start your video and make sure that the written captions match the exact areas when you are speaking. Once done with your editing, click the blue link at the top of the page that says “assign timings” You can do some more edits if you would like, but YouTube auto captioning does a very nice job overall of doing captions accurately. When done editing, click on blue “publish” buttonVideo Categories, Topics and Ideas: Here are some options for types of videos you can create. PET TALKS: Kids can create and share short documentaries about their pets. Education is provided as information about the animal (breed, diet, exercise). For seniors this would engage their memory process to think about pets they had growing up (or have now), while providing educational and soothing material. (please make sure video is approximately 5 minutes long). WALKING TOURS: Could be done by people of all ages, including high school and college students. Create walking tours featuring a town, local history, an art gallery, museum, and/or some type of attraction. Information about the history of the location or unique insight about what is being shown is key. If at a museum, selections from the display placards could be read. Unique insight, relevant stories and other anecdotes are encouraged. This will allow homebound seniors to explore and/or revisit their local town or learn about a new destination. Videos could be local, national, or international destinations. (Approximately 15 minutes long). MUSIC PERFORMANCES: Volunteers could create recorded videos of them performing music. It could be performances with musical instruments, singing, or both! Performance experience required please. Experienced performers preferred. Solo, small group, or ensemble performances welcome. Please be mindful of the acoustics of the setting you are in and test out the volume of your sound to ensure that it is at an appropriate level. (5 minutes-30 minutes). LECTURES/PRESENTATIONS: Option to create a recorded lecture for a class project/teaching opportunity/subject that you have knowledge or expertise in. Slides, pictures, clips, etc. are strongly encouraged to be utilized by the presenter. (10-45 minutes long). Some options within this category could include: -Visual art demonstration -Show off your collection! Explain when you started collecting and some of your favorites! -Cooking demonstration (please include a disclaimer at the beginning of your video. Example disclaimer: “this video is for educational purposes. Please only try cooking if you have appropriate safety measures in place and assistance from another person.” -Magic show (card tricks, juggling, etc.). Option to show how trick is done too! -History lesson -Guided meditation or sound meditation -Short story reading (please display text on the screen also while reading, if possible. Short stories are often available to view online. You could share your screen, enlarge the text, and record that way if possible). The presenter is welcome and encouraged to share their brief analysis of the story after they read it. -Theater performance -Talent show -Narrated slideshow about a trip you went on -Gardening -Dance performance -Poetry -Trivia or mind challenge (example: Ask a trivia question, wait 15 seconds, then give the answer, repeat) -Language lesson (with text visuals on screen). Even English language lessons are helpful as some of our clients have a desire to practice or improve their English. -Basic technology training steps (simplified, focusing on one device, visuals and text incorporated)
Thank you again for your time and creativity! Your participation means you are making a difference for our clients! Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions. Organization: Jewish Social Service Agency (JSSA) Recorded Visual Content Creator: Are you creative? Do you enjoy creating short videos to provide entertainment and lifelong learning opportunities? Do you love helping others? This could be a great opportunity for you! Create recorded content for older adults to enjoy. Many of these older adults are aging in place or isolated. Content must be family-friendly and will be available for older adult clients to view. Videos will provide opportunities for learning, enjoyment, and entertainment and could genuinely make people’s day and improve mood and overall quality of life. Please find more information and guidelines on how to create this content below. Contact and send your completed (unlisted) YouTube videos to: Gabe at gpinkney@jssa.org.
REQUIREMENTS: Video Creation & Editing Experience Basic knowledge of YouTube and how to upload a video to YouTube (must be uploaded as unlisted) Interest in Creating Content For Seniors Interest in Lifelong LearningFor more information contact: gpinkney@jssa.orgWe Need Your Help! A Call for Creative, Recorded Video Content for our Clients One wonderful way that volunteers can get involved in supporting our senior clients is by providing recorded video content to add to our video library. Many of our clients are aging in place and it helps stimulate them to utilize media platforms for entertainment, enrichment, and lifelong learning. One of our goals is to continue to expand our library of recorded content for our clients. Please review this entire document carefully for requirements and how the process works. I have included some tips and tutorials under the resources section. We appreciate your time and consideration of doing this! Required Guidelines, Policies and Filming Suggestions-Please Review Appropriate/Professional content: All videos must be appropriately and professionally created. Please make sure all visual content and spoken word content is done in good taste. Please make sure it is family friendly content.Please make sure that the following is followed:
-Speak clearly, enunciate, and speak a bit slower than you normally do. Providing some pauses in between topics or portions of your presentation can help the viewer digest the information.
-Please do not share your last name or any additional personal information about yourself or anyone else during your videos. For example, if you are narrating or leading a video you could say, “Hi, my name is (your first name) and today I will show you around (name of location).”
-Please do not just speak to the camera. Options to enhance your video include showing the camera objects, sharing your screen to display text and visuals, showing the camera scenic views/displays, etc.
-Please make sure your sound levels are good and you have good lighting. Filming outdoors if audio levels are ok can help with the quality of the lighting.
-These videos are better if done generically, so that people can view them anytime. No need to mention the date you are filming, events that are upcoming, or any possible limiting factors like that. Keep things generic, broad and open-ended, and focus on the task at hand of entertaining and informing the viewer. Quality Equipment/recording tips: All videos must be taken using quality equipment. Videos cannot be blurry. Some examples of devices you can use to capture content include your smartphone, a video camera, a tablet, or your computer. Please make sure the device you are using when filming has sufficient battery charge. Please make sure your fingers do not cover the camera lens when you are filming. One option is to place your recording device on a holder or flat surface so the camera is steady and not moving around as much.
Please record your video in full screen mode (no widescreen please). If using a smartphone to record your content, please make sure that you turn your phone sideways before starting your recording. Turning the phone sideways (the example I’m thinking of is with an iPhone) will make sure your video is recorded in full screen mode (and will not have widescreen bars on the sides of it). Participants: If you are recording a video with more people in it than just you, please make sure others who are participating in the video are aware of what it will be used for, are ok with the purpose of this video being created, and follow the guidelines listed here.
Limiting Visual & Audio Distractions: If recording your video in a public setting (such as a park, a museum, etc.) please do your best to record the video in a quieter, less crowded space. In some situations, it may not be possible to have other people who are visiting this venue out of your shot. What we want is for you to find an area where your voice can still be heard clearly and where others who are visiting the same attraction do not take away from the main message and focus of your video. Please silence other devices like your phone during filming to limit any distractions. When filming your video and using your phone, please turn on airplay mode (or do not disturb) so that you won’t receive calls, texts, or other distracting notifications while filming. Please limit any possible distractions so you are focused and others who may be nearby don’t interrupt you from creating your great project. Videos can be done in a variety of ways. If you prefer to create a visual picture slideshow that syncs up with the audio that you recorded, that works fine. The key is creating sensory stimulating content that has both pictures (moving or still) and words/music/etc. Music usage and copywriting If you choose to use music in your video, please make sure it is your own original music. If you play music that is by a known artist, YouTube may not allow you to upload the content due to copywrite restrictions. You can sing or perform your own versions of music. If you use iMovie or other video editing programs, you can use the soundtracks available in the iMovie program, which are generic audio selections that could enhance your video. Please note: we cannot guarantee that every video submission will be used.
Video Recording and Submission Process: Make a plan for your video. Practice, as needed. When you are ready, record your video.Review and edit your video. Film another take if needed. Make any changes or technical edits you need to make. Make sure the video flows nicely please. We aren’t expecting submissions to be Oscar worthy, but we do want these to be well thought out with care and consideration. One example of a program you can use for enhancing/editing if using an apple product is iMovie. There are several tutorials available online to help with the basics of editing on iMovie. Here is a good iMovie tutorial! There are also other simplistic movie editors on smartphones, and another on PC computers is called video editor. Again, you don’t have to be a professional to do this, these types of editing programs are pretty basic and easy to use. Upload your video to YouTube (choose unlisted as your sharing option please. Unlisted means it will not post publicly online and only those who you share the link with directly will be able to view it). Submit your video link and your signed media release form to the Volunteer Coordinator by emailing Gabe at gpinkney@jssa.org
HELPFUL RESOURCES TO EXPLORE 5-minute iMovie video editing tutorial (video) Uploading video to YouTube Tutorial 1 (please make sure your video is set as “unlisted”) Uploading video to YouTube Tutorial 2 How to add automatic subtitles and closed captions to your YouTube Video More on adding subtitles and captions to your YouTube video Adding closed captioning into your YouTube Video Click on “subtitles” on the left side of your screen and find the video you have uploaded. Underneath the languages column click on downward arrow, click on that and click on the language you want the subtitles to be in Click on “duplicate and edit” on the right side You will see the subtitles that YouTube generated from your video on the left side. Take a few minutes to proofread the subtitles to make sure they were written correctly and that there aren’t any spelling errors. Please correct the spelling errors as best you can. Please feel free to add some punctuation too because no punctuation is automatically generated. Start your video and make sure that the written captions match the exact areas when you are speaking. Once done with your editing, click the blue link at the top of the page that says “assign timings” You can do some more edits if you would like, but YouTube auto captioning does a very nice job overall of doing captions accurately. When done editing, click on blue “publish” buttonVideo Categories, Topics and Ideas: Here are some options for types of videos you can create. PET TALKS: Kids can create and share short documentaries about their pets. Education is provided as information about the animal (breed, diet, exercise). For seniors this would engage their memory process to think about pets they had growing up (or have now), while providing educational and soothing material. (please make sure video is approximately 5 minutes long). WALKING TOURS: Could be done by people of all ages, including high school and college students. Create walking tours featuring a town, local history, an art gallery, museum, and/or some type of attraction. Information about the history of the location or unique insight about what is being shown is key. If at a museum, selections from the display placards could be read. Unique insight, relevant stories and other anecdotes are encouraged. This will allow homebound seniors to explore and/or revisit their local town or learn about a new destination. Videos could be local, national, or international destinations. (Approximately 15 minutes long). MUSIC PERFORMANCES: Volunteers could create recorded videos of them performing music. It could be performances with musical instruments, singing, or both! Performance experience required please. Experienced performers preferred. Solo, small group, or ensemble performances welcome. Please be mindful of the acoustics of the setting you are in and test out the volume of your sound to ensure that it is at an appropriate level. (5 minutes-30 minutes). LECTURES/PRESENTATIONS: Option to create a recorded lecture for a class project/teaching opportunity/subject that you have knowledge or expertise in. Slides, pictures, clips, etc. are strongly encouraged to be utilized by the presenter. (10-45 minutes long). Some options within this category could include: -Visual art demonstration -Show off your collection! Explain when you started collecting and some of your favorites! -Cooking demonstration (please include a disclaimer at the beginning of your video. Example disclaimer: “this video is for educational purposes. Please only try cooking if you have appropriate safety measures in place and assistance from another person.” -Magic show (card tricks, juggling, etc.). Option to show how trick is done too! -History lesson -Guided meditation or sound meditation -Short story reading (please display text on the screen also while reading, if possible. Short stories are often available to view online. You could share your screen, enlarge the text, and record that way if possible). The presenter is welcome and encouraged to share their brief analysis of the story after they read it. -Theater performance -Talent show -Narrated slideshow about a trip you went on -Gardening -Dance performance -Poetry -Trivia or mind challenge (example: Ask a trivia question, wait 15 seconds, then give the answer, repeat) -Language lesson (with text visuals on screen). Even English language lessons are helpful as some of our clients have a desire to practice or improve their English. -Basic technology training steps (simplified, focusing on one device, visuals and text incorporated)
Thank you again for your time and creativity! Your participation means you are making a difference for our clients! Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions. Organization: Jewish Social Service Agency (JSSA) Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 20852 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Pet Volunteer for StudentEstablish a one-to-one relationship over a period of time with a youth with a focus on a pet, in order to provide support, opportunities to model the animals ability to stay on task, follow directions and connect with others. Specifically a pet volunteer encourages, teaches, builds on the positive, reinforces positive behavior. Pet Volunteers also must be willing to meet with students at a pre-arranged date and time to provide adult and pet companionship as well as positive role modeling. Volunteers must have an interest in volunteering with an emotionally disturbed youth as well as patience and understanding when it comes to dealing with the students. A respect for confidentiality is also a must for this position. Volunteers for this opportunity must also be able to control their pet. Organization: John L Gildner - Regional Institute For Children & Adolescents (RICA) Establish a one-to-one relationship over a period of time with a youth with a focus on a pet, in order to provide support, opportunities to model the animals ability to stay on task, follow directions and connect with others. Specifically a pet volunteer encourages, teaches, builds on the positive, reinforces positive behavior. Pet Volunteers also must be willing to meet with students at a pre-arranged date and time to provide adult and pet companionship as well as positive role modeling. Volunteers must have an interest in volunteering with an emotionally disturbed youth as well as patience and understanding when it comes to dealing with the students. A respect for confidentiality is also a must for this position. Volunteers for this opportunity must also be able to control their pet. Organization: John L Gildner - Regional Institute For Children & Adolescents (RICA) Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Organization Requirement: >21 years old Zip Code: 20850 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Yard Maintenance VolunteerHouse with a Heart is a senior pet sanctuary in Laytonsville, Maryland and is a 501(c)(3) charity. Sanctuary residents are seniors and special needs dogs and cats who have lost their homes through no fault of their own. Once a senior dog or cat becomes a resident, they have a home for life. We are looking for an outdoor volunteer who is experienced in yard maintenance to help care for the grounds so that our residents have a beautiful safe place to play. This position is for 3 hours a week Mon – Saturday 11am to 2pm. You choose the day.
Duties: blowing and raking leaves, weeding, mow and edge small yards, trim bushes, watering plants, special projects. Qualifications: Organization: House with a Heart Senior Pet Sanctuary House with a Heart is a senior pet sanctuary in Laytonsville, Maryland and is a 501(c)(3) charity. Sanctuary residents are seniors and special needs dogs and cats who have lost their homes through no fault of their own. Once a senior dog or cat becomes a resident, they have a home for life. We are looking for an outdoor volunteer who is experienced in yard maintenance to help care for the grounds so that our residents have a beautiful safe place to play. This position is for 3 hours a week Mon – Saturday 11am to 2pm. You choose the day.
Duties: blowing and raking leaves, weeding, mow and edge small yards, trim bushes, watering plants, special projects. Qualifications: Organization: House with a Heart Senior Pet Sanctuary Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 20882 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Pro Bono Volunteer Attorney for Protective OrdersAttorneys who have experience representing petitioners at protective order hearings are needed to assist victims of domestic violence in Montgomery County Circuit Court, as well as Rockville and Silver Spring District Courts. If you are interested in assisting victims with obtaining final protective orders, please reach out. Organization: DVS Legal Services, Inc. Attorneys who have experience representing petitioners at protective order hearings are needed to assist victims of domestic violence in Montgomery County Circuit Court, as well as Rockville and Silver Spring District Courts. If you are interested in assisting victims with obtaining final protective orders, please reach out. Organization: DVS Legal Services, Inc. Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 20850 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Pets for Vets AssistantPets for Vets is looking for assistants to assist with our 10 step match making process. Assistants will accompany the trainer to meetings with the Veterans to learn more about their story and what they are looking for in an animal. They will also assist in helping find the perfect animal to meet that Veterans needs. Assistants also join the trainer on match day when the Veteran sees the trained animal for the first time. Organization: Pets for Vets, Inc. Pets for Vets is looking for assistants to assist with our 10 step match making process. Assistants will accompany the trainer to meetings with the Veterans to learn more about their story and what they are looking for in an animal. They will also assist in helping find the perfect animal to meet that Veterans needs. Assistants also join the trainer on match day when the Veteran sees the trained animal for the first time. Organization: Pets for Vets, Inc. Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 20001 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Photographer/Videographer for Pets for VetsPets for Vets specifically chooses each animal based on the Veterans needs. We are looking for volunteers to assist with photographing and videoing the assessment tests of each animal in the shelters. Additionally, we need photography and video on the match making day when the trained animal is paired with the Veteran. Organization: Pets for Vets, Inc. Pets for Vets specifically chooses each animal based on the Veterans needs. We are looking for volunteers to assist with photographing and videoing the assessment tests of each animal in the shelters. Additionally, we need photography and video on the match making day when the trained animal is paired with the Veteran. Organization: Pets for Vets, Inc. Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 20001 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Pets for Vets Foster HomeWe are looking for foster homes for approximately 3-6 months to house an animal while the trainer is training the animal for the Veteran. You would need to allow the trainer consistent access to the animal for training. Each animal is specifically selected for each Veterans individual needs/desires. All animals selected are non aggressive and good with other animals, kids, and people. Not approved for MCPS SSL hours. See guidelines for agencies on how virtual opportunities may be considered for SSL.
Organization: Pets for Vets, Inc. We are looking for foster homes for approximately 3-6 months to house an animal while the trainer is training the animal for the Veteran. You would need to allow the trainer consistent access to the animal for training. Each animal is specifically selected for each Veterans individual needs/desires. All animals selected are non aggressive and good with other animals, kids, and people. Not approved for MCPS SSL hours. See guidelines for agencies on how virtual opportunities may be considered for SSL.
Organization: Pets for Vets, Inc. Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 20001 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Deliver craft kits to area hospitalsHi to all volunteers! Anna's Gift needs a volunteer to deliver our craft kits to local (MD/VA/DC) hospitals. Most urgently needed is Children's National in DC. Please email AnnasGiftFoundation@gmail.com if you are able to drive the kits, preferably in a pet free car. Pick up of the kits is in Mt. Airy or New Market, Md. The kits are not heavy, and someone will come to your car to bring them in to the hospital. Thanks for your consideration! Anna's Gift AnnasGift.org Not approved for MCPS SSL hours. See guidelines for agencies on how virtual opportunities may be considered for SSL.
Organization: Anna's Gift Foundation Hi to all volunteers! Anna's Gift needs a volunteer to deliver our craft kits to local (MD/VA/DC) hospitals. Most urgently needed is Children's National in DC. Please email AnnasGiftFoundation@gmail.com if you are able to drive the kits, preferably in a pet free car. Pick up of the kits is in Mt. Airy or New Market, Md. The kits are not heavy, and someone will come to your car to bring them in to the hospital. Thanks for your consideration! Anna's Gift AnnasGift.org Not approved for MCPS SSL hours. See guidelines for agencies on how virtual opportunities may be considered for SSL.
Organization: Anna's Gift Foundation Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 21771 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Student Volunteers NeededTribute at Black Hill is an Assisted Living Community in Germantown Maryland seeking helpful hands to help fulfill the lives of our residents. Our lifestyle department encourages participation in our signature programs. Here are a few of our popular programs you can take part in: In-Tune Fitness- Quarterly competition in which residents can earn different levels of wellness. Aria Arts- Includes all forms of art. Aria Music- We are passionate about music. Nomads- residents experience the culture of a destination through art, music, and food. Furtissimo Pet Program- Friendly pet visits are always welcome! Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.
Organization: Tribute at Black Hill Tribute at Black Hill is an Assisted Living Community in Germantown Maryland seeking helpful hands to help fulfill the lives of our residents. Our lifestyle department encourages participation in our signature programs. Here are a few of our popular programs you can take part in: In-Tune Fitness- Quarterly competition in which residents can earn different levels of wellness. Aria Arts- Includes all forms of art. Aria Music- We are passionate about music. Nomads- residents experience the culture of a destination through art, music, and food. Furtissimo Pet Program- Friendly pet visits are always welcome! Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.
Organization: Tribute at Black Hill Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 20874 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Foster ProgramAs a foster parent, you may give a mother cat and her kittens a place to live until the kittens are old enough for the entire family to return to the shelter for adoption. You may be able to take a litter of kittens (or puppies) that have no mother for up to 8 weeks. You could care for a cat with an upper respiratory Kittens infection until he feels better, or help rehabilitate a dog with a broken leg that is healing. You might take home a rabbit to make room for new arrivals in our small-mammals area. We have lots of animals that need your care, especially older cats who truly benefit from spending time away from the shelter before they find their forever homes. Supplies and care. We furnish all the supplies you need, including food, litter, bedding, toys and enrichment items, and medical care. Foster parents are responsible for traveling to and from the shelter for medical care and foster care appointments. The frequency of appointments varies depending on the reason an animal is being fostered. Time Commitment: Fostering may last anywhere from two weeks to several months, depending on the pet’s needs. If you are interested in fostering with MCASAC, please follow these steps: Submit an application on our website Attend an orientation. You will learn about policies and procedures for the program. Orientations will be held on a quarterly basis. Fill out background check form. Forms will be submitted for review and returned in a couple of weeks. To be admitted to the program you must pass the background check. Attend foster training. You will learn about program expectations, basic medical information, and have all your questions answered. Start saving lives. MCASAC will match you with the foster animals that suit your lifestyle.*Criteria: Be of age. The primary caregiver of the foster animal must be at least 18 years old. Be in the area. Foster volunteers must be able to get to our shelter in Derwood Maryland on a regular basis. Please consider the potential commute before applying to foster. Please note that MCASAC cannot accommodate those seeking to fulfill court-ordered community service.
for more information please contact: fostermcasac@montgomerycountymd.gov
Organization: Montgomery County Office of Animal Services As a foster parent, you may give a mother cat and her kittens a place to live until the kittens are old enough for the entire family to return to the shelter for adoption. You may be able to take a litter of kittens (or puppies) that have no mother for up to 8 weeks. You could care for a cat with an upper respiratory Kittens infection until he feels better, or help rehabilitate a dog with a broken leg that is healing. You might take home a rabbit to make room for new arrivals in our small-mammals area. We have lots of animals that need your care, especially older cats who truly benefit from spending time away from the shelter before they find their forever homes. Supplies and care. We furnish all the supplies you need, including food, litter, bedding, toys and enrichment items, and medical care. Foster parents are responsible for traveling to and from the shelter for medical care and foster care appointments. The frequency of appointments varies depending on the reason an animal is being fostered. Time Commitment: Fostering may last anywhere from two weeks to several months, depending on the pet’s needs. If you are interested in fostering with MCASAC, please follow these steps: Submit an application on our website Attend an orientation. You will learn about policies and procedures for the program. Orientations will be held on a quarterly basis. Fill out background check form. Forms will be submitted for review and returned in a couple of weeks. To be admitted to the program you must pass the background check. Attend foster training. You will learn about program expectations, basic medical information, and have all your questions answered. Start saving lives. MCASAC will match you with the foster animals that suit your lifestyle.*Criteria: Be of age. The primary caregiver of the foster animal must be at least 18 years old. Be in the area. Foster volunteers must be able to get to our shelter in Derwood Maryland on a regular basis. Please consider the potential commute before applying to foster. Please note that MCASAC cannot accommodate those seeking to fulfill court-ordered community service.
for more information please contact: fostermcasac@montgomerycountymd.gov
Organization: Montgomery County Office of Animal Services Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Organization Requirement: >14 years old Zip Code: 20855 Allow Groups: No |