Animal shelter or rescue volunteering
Houston Humane Society Volunteer Program (youth volunteers)
Houston Humane Society Volunteer Program (youth volunteers) is a volunteer program run by Houston Humane Society in Houston, TX. Open to: 10 and up.
- Who can join
- 10 and up
- minimum age posted
- Status
- Not stated
- Season
- Year-round
- Cost
- $10 volunteer shirt
About the program
Houston Humane Society welcomes youth volunteers with age-based supervision rules at its Almeda Road adoption center.
Volunteers socialize cats, walk dogs, and help with community outreach, administrative work, and special events.
Key facts
- Run by
- Houston Humane Society
- Where
- Houston, TX
- Who can join
- 10 and upAt least 10 years old; youth under 18 volunteer with adult supervision that depends on age (ages 16-17 may walk dogs independently with a guardian in sight).
- Commitment
- Recommended 4 hours a month
- Applications
- Not posted
- Cost
- $10 volunteer shirt (required); $6 slip leash for dog walking
- To apply
- Youth application
- Parental consent
- In-person orientation (Saturdays 12-2 p.m.)
- Good fit for
- Pre-Vet and Animal Science
Making the most of it on a college application
- Stay long enough to take on more responsibility, such as a second year or training new volunteers.
- Keep a log of hours and a few specific moments. They become the activities list entry and, often, an essay.
- Pair it with something that shows the same interest from another side, such as a class, a competition, or a summer program.
Email me the Volunteer Program (youth volunteers) details
A link to this page, with the age rule and application window, plus similar programs.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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Frequently asked questions
How old do you have to be to join Houston Humane Society Volunteer Program (youth volunteers)?
10 and up. At least 10 years old; youth under 18 volunteer with adult supervision that depends on age (ages 16-17 may walk dogs independently with a guardian in sight).
How many hours does Houston Humane Society Volunteer Program (youth volunteers) require?
Recommended 4 hours a month
What do you need to apply?
Youth application, Parental consent, In-person orientation (Saturdays 12-2 p.m.).
Sources and method
Suggested attribution: Dewey Smart. “Houston Humane Society Volunteer Program (youth volunteers)”. https://www.deweysmart.com/opportunities/houston-humane-society-youth-volunteer.
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