Volunteering with PAWS Atlanta

Due to COVID-19, we are not allowing volunteers on-site until the number of new cases drop below 500 per 100K population for DeKalb, Fulton, & Gwinnett Counties as reported by the Georgia Department of Public Health. Thank you for cooperation and support during these challenging times.

Thank you for your interest in volunteering at PAWS Atlanta! 

We couldn't care for over 1,000 cats and dogs every year without our compassionate and dedicated volunteers. Each year our volunteers give hands-on care to animals, educate our community, provide administrative support and more. We provide the training for all volunteer positions, so no prior experience is required. Whether feeding orphaned puppies, finding homes for cats and kittens, or helping to make an event successful, you can be a part of the life-saving work we do!

Have any questions or need more information? Drop Harriet a line.

Individual Volunteers
Group Volunteers
Community Service Volunteers
Youth Volunteers (Under 18)

Ready to Volunteer?

Here’s how you get started

Step 1

Complete the Application

All volunteers are required to fill out an application. Please see our application by clicking here.

Step 2

Attend an Orientation

After submitting the application, you will receive an email with instructions on how to register yourself for an upcoming orientation.

Step 3

Schedule a Time

After attending an orientation session, you will receivean email with instructions on how to schedule yourself for future volunteer opportunities.

What do we ask of our Volunteers?

  • Support PAWS Atlanta’s philosophies and policies inside and outside the shelter.

  • Attend required orientation, training, and events that you register for.

  • Volunteering is a commitment. Please ensure you are honest with yourself and us concerning your needs, wishes, and availability.

  • Be able to follow detailed instructions and work independently with limited to no supervision.

  • Be at least 18 years of age. Not all volunteers will be approved to handle all the animals in our care.

  • Maintain an active email account so we can easily communicate with you.

Volunteer Opportunities

Administration

For those that like to work behind the scenes, PAWS is always in need of Administration Volunteers to assist with tasks such as: answering phones, listening to voice mails, filing, data entry, fulfilling mailers, etc.

Animal Transport

Our Animal Transport Volunteers use their own vehicles to transport animals to the shelter from Animal Controls within GA. We also need assistance getting our animals to veterinary appointments, offsite events and foster homes like Java Cats Cafe. 

Cleaning and Organization

As a Cleaning and Organization Volunteer we need your help to keep our shelter tidy and presentable for our animals and potential adopters. Help us put our best paw forward!

Community Outreach

Awareness is step one! Assist as a Community Outreach Volunteer providing education to our community about PAWS Atlanta and our mission.

Cat Care and Enrichment

Our Cat Care and Enrichment Volunteers work in collaboration with shelter staff and other volunteers to ensure the daily enrichment, socialization and care of our shelter cats. In this volunteer position you are highly visible to the public and will routinely interact with potential adopters, if you feel comfortable, to help them find their new best friend. 

Dog Care and Enrichment

Our Dog Care and Enrichment Volunteers work in collaboration with shelter staff and other volunteers to ensure the daily enrichment, socialization and care of the shelter dogs. In this volunteer position you are highly visible to the public and will routinely interact with potential adopters, if you feel comfortable, to help them find their new best friend. 

Events

Represent PAWS Atlanta as an Events Volunteer at special events and community events by handling adoptable animals and assisting with event tasks like registration and auction assistance.

Fundraising/Marketing

Our Fundraising and Marketing Volunteers help us to develop, organize and promote opportunities that raise awareness and valuable funds to support our lifesaving mission. 

Landscaping and Maintenance

As a Landscaping and Maintenance Volunteer you will assist with general maintenance of the shelter, equipment and grounds.

Vaccine Clinic

Assist our medical team as a Vaccine Clinic Volunteer by checking in our clinic patients and educating our community on Heartworms, Fleas and Ticks. 

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