Please fill out this Adult Volunteer Application form completely. Please be patient and allow 3 to 6 weeks for processing.

I would like to volunteer at the following location: Flushing - SoHo
Full Name
Street Address
City, State, Zip
Main phone
E-mail address  (please check to make sure you typed it correctly)
I am interested in

volunteering, and I am an adult (over 18 years old)
volunteering, and I am under 18 years of age

Birthdate (optional)
Emergency contact (we will not share this information with anyone)
Name Phone Relationship
Are you employed? Yes - No
Have you volunteered before? If so, where?
Where did you hear about Animal Haven volunteer opportunities?
Why do you want to volunteer at Animal Haven?
Do you currently have pets? If so, how many cats? dogs? etc.
Do you have any restrictions which would limit your working with or around animals? If yes, please explain.
Please provide two personal references: (again, this information is kept confidential)
Name Phone Relationship
Name Phone Relationship
Our cats and dogs appreciate your kindness, attention and help.  In addition to our animals, we have many tasks that need your assistance at the shelter.  Please look over the opportunities and circle all that you might be interested in.
On-site volunteering Dog walking Cat Socializing Cat Adoption Counselor
Answering Phones Volunteer Leader Dog Adoption Counselor
General Shelter Cleaning Construction/Painting Cleaning Animal Areas
Off-site volunteering Sponsoring A Pet Off-site Special Events Adoption Van Events Deliveries of Adopted Animals (much needed)
At home/office Administrative Work Event Organizer Photography Grant Writing
Website Newsletter Fundraising Graphics/Design
Other (please describe)
Do you have any special skills or training that you wish to utilize while volunteering with Animal Haven?  If so, please describe:
Are there any special skills or training you would like to obtain while volunteering with Animal Haven?  If yes, please describe:
With a 4 hour per month minimum, please let us know, as specifically as possible, what days and hours you are available to volunteer:

How often will you be able to volunteer? Weekly Twice a Month Once a Month Special Events or projects only
I do attest to the truthfulness of the above responses.  I understand that I volunteer at my own risk.  I hereby hold harmless Animal Haven Inc., the Executive Director, the Board of Directors, its employees and volunteers from any claims which could in any way be associated with my services with Animal Haven, Inc., including but not limited to animal bites, accidents, injuries or exposure to parasites or germs.
By typing your name here you agree to the above

Photo release:  I understand that public relations are an important part of volunteering at Animal Haven and I consent to allow Animal Haven, Inc. to use any photographs taken of me for use in public relations.
By typing your name here you agree to the above