Volunteering at MCASAC

 Due to an overwhelming number of applicants, volunteer recruitment has been temporarily paused!
   Thank you for your interest in becoming a volunteer at the Montgomery County Animal Services and Adoption Center! Volunteers are an integral part of our organization, and help improve the quality of life for the animals here at the shelter. There are a number of ways to get involved as an individual, with everything from handling animals to working with the public to helping with administrative tasks.

What are the Requirements to Volunteer?

Age: Volunteer applications are accepted for applicants 18 years of age or older.
MCASAC is not currently offering volunteer opportunities for youth in the shelter.

Availability: Volunteer shifts are available seven days a week 9am-7pm

Time Commitment: Once a week or 6 hours per month for at least 3 months.

Essential Capabilities: To safely and effectively serve as a volunteer with MCASAC, volunteers must possess the physical, mental and emotional capabilities as outlined here.

If you are unable to meet our essential capabilities, please email [email protected] prior to applying to volunteer.
Due to the nature of our work and the inherent risks of working with animals, our volunteer program is built with safety at the forefront. Therefore:
  • Volunteers requiring an aide will not be able to work with the animals, but may volunteer in a non-animal handling capacity.
  • Individuals who do not meet the physical capabilities outlined in the Essential Capabilities will not be able to volunteer hands-on with the animals, but may participate in other volunteer opportunities.

Volunteer Opportunities:

  • Dog Handler
  • Cat Handler
  • Small Animal Handler
  • Groomer (professionals only, please)
  • Shelter Greeter
  • Animal Transporter
  • Tour Guide
  • Administrative Assistant

Ready?

Sign up to get started! We are currently closed to new volunteers.
We will be soon be welcoming volunteers to work in other areas of the shelter. Check back in if you are interested in other volunteer opportunities!


For Current Volunteers:

Access the Volunteer Member Portal

 







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Montgomery County is committed to providing residents with disabilities the opportunity to participate in all of its programs, services and activities.
If you need an accommodation to participate in any program, service or activity sponsored by the Montgomery County Animal Services and Adoption Center, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator at 240.773.5696 or  [email protected]. TTY users please contact us through Maryland Relay.

For more information on Montgomery County’s Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance policies and procedures, see:
• ADA Notice   http://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/mcg/ADA-Notice.html
• ADA Grievance Policy:   http://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/mcg/ada-grievance.html
• ADA Compliance Program:   http://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/DGS-ADA/Home.html