Become a Volunteer
Our volunteers are the backbone of Simply Cats. Their commitment and hard work make it possible for us to rescue and care for over 1,000 cats and kittens each year. Volunteers give their time 365 days a year and we simply couldn’t achieve our mission without their support. They are the heart of our organization, driving the impact that transforms the lives of cats in need.
Step 1: Review the Requirements
Before registering, please make sure you meet the requirements.
Step 2: Select a Volunteer Role
Click the link for the volunteer position that interests you, then complete the corresponding registration form. The Volunteer Coordinator will review your submission and contact you via email. Please check your spam or junk folder if you don’t see a response.
Have Questions?
Check our Volunteering FAQs!
- View Volunteer Requirements
Before registering, please make sure you meet the following:
Age
Must be at least 12 years old.
Ages 12-13 must volunteer with a parent/guardian (18+).
Ages 14+ may volunteer independently.
All volunteers under 18 must have a signed electronic parental consent form on file before volunteering.Time Commitment
Core Volunteer Positions: 2 hours per week and a minimum of 48 hours of service.
Flex & Virtual Volunteer Positions: No minimum time commitment.
Ages 14+ may volunteer independently.
Independence
Volunteers must be able to work independently OR bring an assisting individual who is also registered and trained.Attention to Detail
Volunteers must follow written procedures and checklists, complete and accurately log tasks, notice and report animal health or behavior concerns, and consistently follow safety and hygiene protocols. Training and checklists will be provided.Communication
Volunteers need a personal email address, access to the internet, and ideally a smartphone to use our volunteer portal, My Impact.
Comfort Around Cats
Volunteers work in close contact with our cats and must respect feline behavior and boundaries.
- View Core Volunteer Opportunies
Core Volunteers take on specialized, high-responsibility tasks that directly support the daily care and well-being of our cats. This role is ideal if you can commit to volunteering at least once a week and want a structured, hands-on way to help.
Volunteers are asked to commit to a minimum of 48 total hours of service. Because consistency is important for our cats, this role requires a weekly shift of about 2 hours. Most volunteers meet their commitment over several months.
Room Cleaning
2-hour shifts available 7 days a week from 9am–11am
Start your morning with cats! Room Cleaning volunteers keep our cats’ spaces clean and comfortable. Each morning, they make sure our cats have a fresh, sanitized environment to relax and shine for potential adopters. This is an active role. Expect mopping, moving cat furniture, carrying litter, bending, and stooping.
Shelter Care
2 hours shifts available 7 days a week from 9am-5pm
Keep our cats healthy from behind the scenes! Shelter Care volunteers clean and sanitize the supplies and equipment that keep our cats comfortable every day. It’s not glamorous but it is critical to the health and well-being of every cat in our care. This role involves light physical activity at the sink-side with some bending and light lifting.
Room Porter
2 hours shifts available Mon-Sat from 3pm-5pm
This one’s for the cat lovers! Room Porter volunteers swoop in during the afternoon to tidy up after a busy day of adoptions and get our rooms fresh and ready for the evening hours. This role involves light physical activity, including bending, sweeping, and lifting supplies.
Enrichment & Behavior Modification
2-hour shifts available Mon–Sat from 11am–5pm
Volunteers in this role use play, socialization, and specialized behavior modification skills to help shy and fearful cats feel safe, confident, and ready for a home. This role requires advanced training and comfort with technology, including logging journal entries and recording and uploading photos and videos from your phone.
- View Flex Volunteer Opportunites
This role is currently full. If you’d like to get involved now, we are actively recruiting Core Volunteers. Check back soon for openings in our Flex roles!
- View Virtual Volunteer Opportunities
This role is currently full. If you’d like to get involved now, we are actively recruiting Core Volunteers. Check back soon for openings in our Virtual roles!