For those interested in completing court-ordered community service, you must be 18 years or older and serving hours for a non-violent misdemeanor offense such as DUI/OWI. Unfortunately, individuals with a history of felonies, retail fraud, theft, larceny, animal neglect/abuse and/or violent crimes will not be permitted to join the volunteer program at HSHV. At this time, we are unable to accept court-ordered volunteers under the age of 18; you must be 18 years or older at the time of application to be considered.
Community service hours? We can help and you can help the animals!
Step 01
Complete the application
- Click the button above to go to the application form, submit, and we will reach out to you soon!
Step 02
Attend a orientation session
- Orientation dates are listed on the application. We’ll confirm your application and call to introduce ourselves.
- Attend your scheduled, hands-on orientation session in comfortable indoor work clothes.
- A one-time, non-waivable $80 program fee is due at orientation ($30 tax-deductible).
Step 03
Provide documentation to our volunteer manager
- Your probation officer’s contact information on official letterhead must be submitted by New Volunteer Orientation or before your first shift. Without it, HSHV cannot provide a completion letter.
Have questions about volunteering?
Reach out to us at volunteers@hshv.org