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Foster Application

Volunteer Opportunities

 If any of the below interest you, please complete the volunteer application below.

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CLEANING CAT CONDOS

Some of our foster homes have more fosters than others. The people who are gracious enough to open their homes to large amounts of cats/kittens need help scrubbing kitty condos, litter boxes etc. Not very glamorous, but very necessary.

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ENRICHMENT OF CATS AT PETSMART LOCATIONS

Being in a kitty condo 24/7 is not good for our rescues. We have volunteers go on a scheduled basis to PetSmart stores and work with our kitties. This includes holding, brushing, playing with, clipping nails and anything else that would make their journey to their new “forever home” more tolerable. An orientation process is involved for all volunteers who participate in volunteering with us at PetSmart stores.

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TRANSPORTING ANIMALS TO PETSMART & BACK AND FORTH TO VET APPOINTMENTS

We have been very lucky to be included in the PetSmart Charities program and our animals are showcased at stores all the time. We need assistance picking up animals that are at our vets/foster homes and taking them to our partner PetSmart stores to be showcased for the day.

Occasionally one of our rescues becomes ill from the stress of being at a PetSmart location given the change in environment, unfamiliar noises and smells, etc. Stress can present in a number of ways. There are times when we need support in the form of one of our rescues being transported from a PetSmart to our vet for evaluation/medical care in these instances.

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WORKING FUNDRAISERS

Some of our foster homes have more fosters than others. The people who are gracious enough to open their homes to large amounts of cats/kittens need help scrubbing kitty condos, litter boxes etc. Not very glamorous, but very necessary.

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TRANSPORTING, SETTING UP AND TEARING DOWN FOR FUNDRAISERS

When we do a fundraising event, there is always product that needs to be unpacked, setup for display, taken down and driven back to the storage area. We greatly appreciate anyone that may be willing to assist in this area. This is great for people who don’t like to interact with the public but still want to help in some way.

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CAT/KITTEN FOSTERING

As an all-volunteer, foster based rescue group we maintain a strong network of volunteers who wear many hats. Many of our volunteers double as foster parents to our rescues. Fostering is an important part of our rescue philosophy because not only does in home fostering make for a more socialized animal, we also know where and where not to place the animal when it becomes ready for adoption. Fostering is a big commitment as it includes taking an additional animal into your home for an indefinite amount of time. All animals are fully vet checked before they are placed out for foster. If you are interested in fostering for Second Chance, please complete a foster application HERE.

Volunteer Application

(Acceptance of your application is at the sole discretion of Second Chance Sheltering Network depending upon openings and availability.)

Volunteer Application
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Address
Address
City
State/Province
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How do you wish to contribute? (What level(s) of volunteering are you interested in? (select all that apply) )
Select your Preferred Location
Are you over the age of 21?
Availability (Check all that apply.)
Do you have any pets?
Have you ever volunteered with another rescue organization before?
Veterinarian's Address
Veterinarian's Address
City
State/Province
Zip/Postal
Please check that you have reliable transportation. (**This is required to be considered.)
Do you have a driver's license?
As a Second Chance volunteer, I agree to:

  • Follow all Second Chance rules, policies, procedures, and volunteer guidelines, including any updates made by the organization.
  •  Wear a Second Chance T-shirt while performing assigned volunteer duties or representing the organization at events.
    Conduct myself in a polite, professional, and appropriate manner when interacting with the public, PetSmart staff, fellow volunteers, and other organizations.
  • Always place the health, safety, and best interests of the animals first. Any concern regarding an animal’s health or welfare must be immediately reported to the Director or Volunteer Coordinator.
  • Make every effort to notify the Director or Volunteer Coordinator in advance if I cannot attend a scheduled shift or event so that replacement coverage can be arranged. I understand that missed coverage directly affects the animals in our care.
  • Understand that two consecutive missed commitments without proper advance notice may be considered abandonment of my volunteer position and may result in termination from the volunteer program.
  • I understand that failure to follow Second Chance policies or this Code of Conduct may result in my immediate removal from the volunteer program. Second Chance may terminate my volunteer service at any time, with or without cause.

Foster Care Program

If I participate in the Foster Care Program, I agree to follow the Foster Care Agreement and all foster care policies and procedures. I understand that all animals placed in my care remain the property of Second Chance.

I agree to required home visits and foster home certification or recertification procedures. I will provide required reports concerning the animals in my home and disclose involvement with other animal rescue organizations. These requirements are intended to protect the animals and all parties involved.

Assumption of Risk and Release of Liability

I understand that volunteering with animals and participating in rescue activities involves certain risks. I voluntarily accept responsibility for my participation and release Second Chance from liability for injuries that may occur while I am performing volunteer services, to the fullest extent permitted by law.

Second Chance Responsibilities

Second Chance will:

  • Interview and screen prospective volunteers to determine appropriate placement based on skills and interests.
  • Provide one Second Chance T-shirt for volunteer activities and events.
  • Provide appropriate training for assigned volunteer duties, including training for the feline socialization program when applicable.

The Volunteer may end this Agreement at any time by notifying the Director or Volunteer Coordinator verbally or in writing. Second Chance may also end this Agreement at any time, with or without cause.

Foster volunteers are responsible for reviewing and following their separate Foster Care Agreement and all related protocols.

By signing below, the Volunteer acknowledges that they have read, understand, and agree to follow this Volunteer Code of Conduct Agreement.

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