roll up your sleeves
“People with dirty jobs are happier than you think. As a group, they’re the happiest people I know.”
Mike Rowe, Dirty Jobs host.
Mike Rowe, Dirty Jobs host.
Caring for animals is a rewarding and even enjoyable task. Yes, cleaning is part of it, but even the most challenging work becomes fun when purring kitties are giving you head bumps and rubs as you go. You never know, you make a few new friends.
Volunteers are the heart and soul of NBAR - we have NO paid staff! As a private, nonprofit organization, we rely on the assistance of caring and hard-working volunteers in all our programs.
Do you like the good feeling that comes from helping others? Do you love cats and want to help them be happy and healthy? Yes? Than read on!
New Beginnings Animal Rescue is always in need of volunteers who love cats and are ready to take on the cleaning and other support tasks that keep our feline residents happy and their environment clean. Are you game?
Follow these 4 steps to become an NBAR volunteer:
Volunteers are the heart and soul of NBAR - we have NO paid staff! As a private, nonprofit organization, we rely on the assistance of caring and hard-working volunteers in all our programs.
Do you like the good feeling that comes from helping others? Do you love cats and want to help them be happy and healthy? Yes? Than read on!
New Beginnings Animal Rescue is always in need of volunteers who love cats and are ready to take on the cleaning and other support tasks that keep our feline residents happy and their environment clean. Are you game?
Follow these 4 steps to become an NBAR volunteer:
- Click the link below to our Volunteer Portal Page
- Create an account
- Sign-up for your desired shift (you'll be trained on your first day)
- Volunteer!
Volunteer positions
Cleaning Crew
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Fundraising/Event Assistants
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Foster Family
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Frequently asked questions
I'm under 18, can I volunteer?
We welcome volunteers of any age! The following rules apply to minors (under 16) interested in volunteering at New Beginnings Animal Rescue:
I need to fulfill service/volunteer hours for my school/club, what should I do?
Create an account on our Volunteer Portal Page; select your shift (you will receive training on your first time volunteering), once you have completed that, you can sign up for shifts to complete your hours. You will be in charge of any documentation, including tracking your volunteer hours on your own time sheet. An NBAR supervisor can initial your time sheet each time you volunteer, if needed.
We do not accept court-ordered community service hours.
I completed the online application, now what?
Can I walk dogs?
New Beginnings Animal Rescue does not house or care for dogs at our Adoption Center. Over the years we have come to specialize in the care of cats. You can contact the Royal Oak Animal Shelter, which is just a few miles down to road, to see about dog walking opportunities.
Can my group set up a service day?
Due to limited space and training availability, we cannot accommodate groups larger than 3-4 people and must limit the number of groups on-site each month. If you are seeking a one-time group volunteering opportunity, please contact us at [email protected]. You are also always welcome to support NBAR by setting up a fundraising or supply drive, as we are always in need of funds and supplies to run our operations! (Click here for our donation page.)
We welcome volunteers of any age! The following rules apply to minors (under 16) interested in volunteering at New Beginnings Animal Rescue:
- Volunteers aged 16 and older may volunteer without a parent or guardian if a waiver is on file with NBAR
- Volunteers aged 15 and under are welcome to volunteer when accompanied by a parent, guardian, or approved adult supervisor
I need to fulfill service/volunteer hours for my school/club, what should I do?
Create an account on our Volunteer Portal Page; select your shift (you will receive training on your first time volunteering), once you have completed that, you can sign up for shifts to complete your hours. You will be in charge of any documentation, including tracking your volunteer hours on your own time sheet. An NBAR supervisor can initial your time sheet each time you volunteer, if needed.
We do not accept court-ordered community service hours.
I completed the online application, now what?
- Log into your Volunteer Portal Homepage
- Click on the "Opportunities" tab to view the various volunteer activities at NBAR.
- If interested in Cleaning, Socialization, Service Hours or Jr. Volunteer opportunities:
- Select an available shift for the training/orientation session(s) that work for your schedule.
- Return the Volunteer Portal Homepage and within the "Files" section in the lower right-hand corner you will find the NBAR code of conduct and liability waivers. Print and complete both documents and be sure to bring them with you on your first day of training/orientation. This document is required before any volunteering can begin.
- You will be able to sign up for future volunteering shifts once you've completed training/orientation
- If interested in Fostering, Fundraising or Front Desk opportunities:
- Sign up for the activity/activities you are interested in
- One of our NBAR volunteer coordinators will follow up with you via email with more information and potential next steps
Can I walk dogs?
New Beginnings Animal Rescue does not house or care for dogs at our Adoption Center. Over the years we have come to specialize in the care of cats. You can contact the Royal Oak Animal Shelter, which is just a few miles down to road, to see about dog walking opportunities.
Can my group set up a service day?
Due to limited space and training availability, we cannot accommodate groups larger than 3-4 people and must limit the number of groups on-site each month. If you are seeking a one-time group volunteering opportunity, please contact us at [email protected]. You are also always welcome to support NBAR by setting up a fundraising or supply drive, as we are always in need of funds and supplies to run our operations! (Click here for our donation page.)
