Volunteer Application - It's All About the Dogs!

I am currently a volunteer at Homeward Bound and I am updating my contact information.

Homeward Bound Youth Program
-If you are 13 – 19 years old, Homeward Bound has a Community Service Program that is held every Saturday from 11:00 – 4:00. Under the oversight of an adult lead volunteer, our student volunteers participate in all aspects of caring for the dogs (walking, play time, feeding, cleaning kennels, washing dishes, doing laundry, picking up poop, sweeping and mopping floors.)

Sign me up for the student Community Service Program.  (You will be contacted by our student volunteer coordinator shortly to schedule your visit).
* You will also be required to provide a Contact, Contact Phone, and Date of Birth.

Date of Birth

Name of School

I would like to volunteer for the following (there is no limit to the number of programs that you can volunteer for and you can always sign up later for other volunteer jobs):

Golden Taxi
Whether the need is picking up a dog from a shelter, or driving it to our local vet, or transporting dogs from distant parts of the state, Golden Taxi volunteers get the job done.  Whether you want to do local transports or hit the open road and drive long distances, there may be an opportunity for you on the Golden Taxi Team.

Grant Writing Team 
Identify possible funding sources and complete grant applications.

Landscaping
Planting flowers and shrubs, trimming trees and vines, weeding along the walkways, replanting the lawn, mowing the lawn, maintaining sprinkler system, and planning, planting, and maintaining our new memorial garden.

Office Work
Answering phones, making copies, using computers, filing dog records, answering e-mails, or greeting visitors and volunteers when they enter

Marketing Team
Our efforts are focused on raising money to support HBGRR's operations through various grants, fundraisers and events.   Looking for high energy individuals with strong written and oral communication skills; formal or informal experience in the media/ communications, outreach and marketing fields; and, a flair for creativity!

Placement Team
Contacts new applicants and arranges to make a home visit to make sure that the dog is going to an appropriate forever home

Special Events/Fundraising
Planning, contact sponsors, set up, take down, clean up, or staffing at one of our many special events such as Kibble and Bids or Rufus Runs for Rescue

Training/Socialization 
Help get the dogs adopted into their forever home by teaching them how to obey commands, learn socializations skills, and to get along with other dogs.

Dog Walkers Club 
Our goal is to enhance the lives of the dogs at Homeward Bound and help them get adopted faster by focusing on four primary areas that have a significant impact on the dogs' well-being and chances for adoption.

• Length of time outside the kennels - socialization
• More leash time for the dogs who lack leash manners
• Grooming (bathing, brushing, pedicures, etc.)
• Basic behavior training (sit, stay, come, etc.)

Volunteer Orientation Program
The orientation program is for all new volunteers and existing volunteers. Before new volunteers can begin performing any duties at Homeward Bound they must attend a new volunteer orientation session. They are offered about once every month. Existing volunteers should take the orientation program when their schedule permits. Students are welcome to come to the orientation at any time after they have gone through the student program.

Please list the days of week that you are available to attend the orientation session.

I have some knowledge or skill in the following subjects and would be willing to use them to assist Homeward Bound:

Volunteer - Graphic Artist

Volunteer - Website Developer

Volunteer - Dog Training

Volunteer - Public Relations

Volunteer - Legal

Volunteer - CPA

Volunteer - Writing Skills

Volunteer - Social Media

Volunteer - Fundraising

Please enter any special skills, comments, or suggestions below.

After a hard day at the office, we all need to relax with our newest best friend!