Make a Difference ... VOLUNTEER!
We couldn't do it without your endless generosity & support!
'No one is more cherished in this world than someone who lightens the burden of another.' -Anonymous
To our many volunteers who help to make MCPAWS a continuing success, thank you! MCPAWS Regional Animal Shelter is a non-profit animal shelter with a save rate of 98%. Thank you for being part of this work of love.
Click here for the Volunteer Application packet
We really need volunteers to help:
Walk dogs - train dogs - socialize dogs - socialize cats - play with kitties - help with mailings - help staff special events - become an adoption counselor - help at the thrift store - help with event planning and fundraising - with office automation and software applications - grant writing - website design and enhancements - create posters and promotional materials - write newsletter stories - etc...
Why Volunteer at MCPAWS
Volunteering at MCPAWS is a wonderful way to meet new people and make a direct impact on the quality of life of our shelter animals. Everyone has their own reasons for volunteering, but here's a few of the benefits you will receive from becoming a MCPAWS volunteer:
Make new friends.
Explore career & personal interests.
Enrich your education.
Uncover hidden skills & talents.
Increase your self-confidence.
Earn recommendations for future employment or college applications.
Have fun!
Make a difference!
MCPAWS Volunteer Protocol 
The MCPAWS Regional Animal Shelter Volunteer Program is designed to allow interested, compassionate individuals the opportunity to become involved in and familiar with the shelter and its animals.
MCPAWS Volunteers must be at least 16 years old to be unaccompanied by a parent or guardian. Persons under 16 must be at least 10 years old and be accompanied by a parent or guardian Volunteer at all times.
Shelter safety is our main concern. To make MCPAWS a safe place for everyone, the following protocol has been established: Complete and Submit a volunteer application. Satisfactorily complete a basic orientation to be administered by the MCPAWS Volunteer Coordinator. Anyone who cares for the animal(s) in the shelter must act as the caretaker of the animal(s).
Questions about the MCPAWS Volunteer Program and various opportunities can be answered by our Volunteer Coordinator. (208) 634-3647. mcpawsrescue@frontiernet.net
'Every action in our lives touches on some chord that will vibrate in eternity.' -Winston Churchill
