If you have some spare time and would like
to help WAIF by volunteering your time and talents, please contact WAIF's
volunteer coordinator at 678-1366 or download
an application here. We look forward to hearing from you!
Volunteer at the WAIF
Animal Shelters
There is a present need for WAIF volunteers in the following areas:
 Dog
Walkers — afternoons
Drop in any afternoon.
Important mental stimulation for our dogs, great exercise for volunteers.
If you have an hour or two each week to share, come join us! Experienced
dog walkers are also needed for parades and offsite adoptions!
Dog Kennel Cleaners —
mornings
Drop in any morning.
Help the staff clean the dog kennels, provide the dogs with food and water,
grooming, loving and petting!
Groomers — afternoons
On call or scheduled days.
Bathe and brush dogs getting ready to be in a parade or showcased at PetsMart.
Spruce up dogs that come in to the shelter needing grooming attention.
This position greatly enhances adoption results!
Cat Room Cleaner —
mornings
Schedule a day.
All cat cages are cleaned on this morning shift, then each cats gets its
food and water. Extra time allows for petting, brushing and playing.
Cat Room Attendant —
afternoons
Schedule a day.
All time spent outside of the cage enhances a cat's life and adoptability.
Spend time with the cats, take notes and talk to potential adopters about
the special characteristics of the cats.
Foster Care — seasonal
Some cats are too young, sick or scared and need special attention and
care. Homes where these animals can be given a quiet place to rest are
always needed. Training materials, veterinary care and food are provided.
Opportunities are also available at our Oak Harbor Cat
Adoption Center
Volunteer at WAIF's Thrift Stores
Oak Harbor and Freeland. Cashiers always needed! Greet customers,
ring up purchases, take in donations, put out merchandise and tidy the
store. No retail experience is needed! This is a great way to help animals
if you can't work with them directly. Good for resumes!
Sorting and Pricing Merchandise
Lend your skills to going through incoming merchandise and preparing it
for sales. If you prefer "behind the scenes" work, this is the
spot for you.
Price Researcher
As unusual items or those of significant value come in, someone needs
to do a little research to determine the market value. This can be done
at home, at the library, or on the Internet at the Thrift Store. Be a
pricing sleuth!
Electronics / Electric Tester
We always need someone with the right skills to test electric and electronic
items as they come in, and possibly make small repairs as needed. This
is another "at-home" option or do what you can in the store.
Store Display Artist
Helping to make eye-catching, organized arrangements within the store
is something that can dramatically increase sales. From a clever clothes-rack
to arranging an entire department, we need your artistic touch!
Building / Maintenance / Repair
A successful thrift store is always in need of new shelves, minor repairs,
furniture repair and other talents in this field. If you have special
skills to offer, we'd like to know.
Additional Volunteer Opportunities
Events
Assist with booths at community events and parades such as Holland Happening,
4th of July Parade, Island County Fair, Wag-n-Walk and more. Scheduling
and commitment are flexible.
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