Volunteer: Administrative AssistantOur management staff is looking for one or two volunteers who can commit to coming out to the shelter once a week (or once every other week if we get 2 volunteer who want to tag team) for a few hours to help with administrative tasks like scanning documents, filing, data entry, and organization. You must be able to come to the shelter on either Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday during the day. You will be supporting Alison, Laura and Diara and these are the days we are all at the shelter. No heavy lifting or manual work required. Training to be provided, but basic computer skills are required. You will be required to sign an Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) because you may be handling documents with personal identifiable information. Program: Administrative and Professional Services Our management staff is looking for one or two volunteers who can commit to coming out to the shelter once a week (or once every other week if we get 2 volunteer who want to tag team) for a few hours to help with administrative tasks like scanning documents, filing, data entry, and organization. You must be able to come to the shelter on either Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday during the day. You will be supporting Alison, Laura and Diara and these are the days we are all at the shelter. No heavy lifting or manual work required. Training to be provided, but basic computer skills are required. You will be required to sign an Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) because you may be handling documents with personal identifiable information. Program: Administrative and Professional Services Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Flexible Zip Code: 20105 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: FOHA Helping Hands: Art & EnrichmentAbout This Activity FOHA Helping Hands is a relaxed, hands-on volunteer opportunity focused on creating items that support our dogs and cats, without direct animal interaction. Volunteers will work on simple projects such as: Making enrichment items for shelter animals Decorating adoption and foster “going-home” bags for dogs and cats Creating basic artwork or decorations for the shelter Preparing seasonal or holiday themed items No crafting experience is needed. Projects are easy to jump into, materials and instructions are provided, and staff will be available to help guide the work. Who Can Participate This is a family friendly volunteer activity and does not involve handling animals. Volunteers 16 and older may attend independently Volunteers under 16 must be accompanied by an adult at all times Activities are hands on, so adult assistance is expected for younger participants This is a great option for families, first-time volunteers, and anyone looking for a calm, creative way to support FOHA. Important Notes This activity does not replace animal handling volunteer roles Volunteers interested in working directly with dogs or cats must complete required trainings and meet age requirements What to Bring Just yourself! All supplies will be provided. Optional Craft, Enrichment, and Food Supplies to Donate Craft Supplies Markers Glue (glue sticks, hot glue) Scissors Dog and Cat Stickers and Stamps Craft feathers Enrichment Supplies Paper towel and TP tubes Brown paper lunch bags (easily found at a grocery store or Walmart) Empty Cereal Boxes Small cardboard boxes (less than 6in in width) Muffin tins (small - 2-4 muffin spaces) Empty Cardboard Egg Cartons (cannot take plastic) Plain Packing Paper (no newspaper please) Plastic Tops from Bottles Enrichment Food Items Dog treats Cat treats Yogurt (plain greek) Long lasting chews Plain canned pumpkin (not pie filling) Other: Storage bins with lids Why It Matters Everything created during FOHA Helping Hands directly supports the care, comfort, and adoption of FOHA’s dogs and cats Program: Animal Allies About This Activity FOHA Helping Hands is a relaxed, hands-on volunteer opportunity focused on creating items that support our dogs and cats, without direct animal interaction. Volunteers will work on simple projects such as: Making enrichment items for shelter animals Decorating adoption and foster “going-home” bags for dogs and cats Creating basic artwork or decorations for the shelter Preparing seasonal or holiday themed items No crafting experience is needed. Projects are easy to jump into, materials and instructions are provided, and staff will be available to help guide the work. Who Can Participate This is a family friendly volunteer activity and does not involve handling animals. Volunteers 16 and older may attend independently Volunteers under 16 must be accompanied by an adult at all times Activities are hands on, so adult assistance is expected for younger participants This is a great option for families, first-time volunteers, and anyone looking for a calm, creative way to support FOHA. Important Notes This activity does not replace animal handling volunteer roles Volunteers interested in working directly with dogs or cats must complete required trainings and meet age requirements What to Bring Just yourself! All supplies will be provided. Optional Craft, Enrichment, and Food Supplies to Donate Craft Supplies Markers Glue (glue sticks, hot glue) Scissors Dog and Cat Stickers and Stamps Craft feathers Enrichment Supplies Paper towel and TP tubes Brown paper lunch bags (easily found at a grocery store or Walmart) Empty Cereal Boxes Small cardboard boxes (less than 6in in width) Muffin tins (small - 2-4 muffin spaces) Empty Cardboard Egg Cartons (cannot take plastic) Plain Packing Paper (no newspaper please) Plastic Tops from Bottles Enrichment Food Items Dog treats Cat treats Yogurt (plain greek) Long lasting chews Plain canned pumpkin (not pie filling) Other: Storage bins with lids Why It Matters Everything created during FOHA Helping Hands directly supports the care, comfort, and adoption of FOHA’s dogs and cats Program: Animal Allies Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 20105 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Adoption Office GreeterAdoption Office Greeter (Ages 16+) Be the first friendly face visitors see when they walk into our Adoption Office! We’re looking for personable, reliable volunteers to help greet guests, assist with sign-ins, and support staff with simple computer tasks and light cleaning when things are quiet. This is a great opportunity for anyone 16+ who wants to earn volunteer hours or get involved with animal rescue. While you may be around dogs as they meet potential adopters, Greeters are not involved in handling animals and should allow staff, trained volunteers, and adopters to focus on the pets during their visit Shifts are available every Friday and Saturday (for now - Sunday shifts to open soon) in two blocks: 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM Sign up for your preferred shift here: Volunteers must be: Age 16 or older Personable and welcoming Comfortable using a computer Willing to learn our adoption processes After your shift, please log your volunteer hours on Galaxy, or email lauraeddy@foha.org so we can record them for you. Sign up for a shift here: https://calendar.app.google/hE6kMSHXNtXRSrQ66. Sunday shifts will be added once we have a few people trained and comfortable with the role. Program: Animal Allies Adoption Office Greeter (Ages 16+) Be the first friendly face visitors see when they walk into our Adoption Office! We’re looking for personable, reliable volunteers to help greet guests, assist with sign-ins, and support staff with simple computer tasks and light cleaning when things are quiet. This is a great opportunity for anyone 16+ who wants to earn volunteer hours or get involved with animal rescue. While you may be around dogs as they meet potential adopters, Greeters are not involved in handling animals and should allow staff, trained volunteers, and adopters to focus on the pets during their visit Shifts are available every Friday and Saturday (for now - Sunday shifts to open soon) in two blocks: 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM Sign up for your preferred shift here: Volunteers must be: Age 16 or older Personable and welcoming Comfortable using a computer Willing to learn our adoption processes After your shift, please log your volunteer hours on Galaxy, or email lauraeddy@foha.org so we can record them for you. Sign up for a shift here: https://calendar.app.google/hE6kMSHXNtXRSrQ66. Sunday shifts will be added once we have a few people trained and comfortable with the role. Program: Animal Allies Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Flexible Zip Code: 20105 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Medical Data Entry Volunteer Team MembersAre you detail-oriented, computer-savvy, and passionate about supporting lifesaving animal care behind the scenes? We’re looking for a very dedicated team of three additional volunteers to assist with medical data entry in ShelterLuv—FOHA’s shelter management system. This critical role helps ensure the accuracy and reliability of our medical records by entering treatments, medications, and other medical updates into our system with precision. What We’re Looking For: Ability to commit several hours per week all yearIndividuals who enjoy and excel at data entryStrong attention to detail and accuracyBasic to intermediate computer skillsWillingness to learn medical terminology used in shelter animal careAvailability to come to the shelter once a week (Sunday–Thursday) to work with our Medical ManagerTeam mindset: back each other up when someone is on vacation or unavailableThis is a rewarding opportunity to make a measurable impact in a behind-the-scenes but essential role. If you love order, process, and making a difference with precision—this is the job for you Program: Administrative and Professional Services Are you detail-oriented, computer-savvy, and passionate about supporting lifesaving animal care behind the scenes? We’re looking for a very dedicated team of three additional volunteers to assist with medical data entry in ShelterLuv—FOHA’s shelter management system. This critical role helps ensure the accuracy and reliability of our medical records by entering treatments, medications, and other medical updates into our system with precision. What We’re Looking For: Ability to commit several hours per week all yearIndividuals who enjoy and excel at data entryStrong attention to detail and accuracyBasic to intermediate computer skillsWillingness to learn medical terminology used in shelter animal careAvailability to come to the shelter once a week (Sunday–Thursday) to work with our Medical ManagerTeam mindset: back each other up when someone is on vacation or unavailableThis is a rewarding opportunity to make a measurable impact in a behind-the-scenes but essential role. If you love order, process, and making a difference with precision—this is the job for you Program: Administrative and Professional Services Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Flexible Zip Code: 20105 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Food Bowl Prep Training (dogs)A great way to support both our staff and dogs is by helping us get ready for mealtime. While feeding the dogs is a staff-only task, trained volunteers are invited to assist with preparing food bowls before meals. Volunteers will learn how to follow our feeding charts to portion meals correctly and how to prepare the wet food mix that is added to each bowl. Age Requirements: Volunteers 16 years and older may train and sign up to prep food bowls independently.Volunteers ages 13–15 may participate only when accompanied by an adult (18+) who is also volunteering with them.Once you’ve completed training, you’ll be able to sign up for food prep shifts on your own whenever opportunities are available. Program: Assist a Caregiver A great way to support both our staff and dogs is by helping us get ready for mealtime. While feeding the dogs is a staff-only task, trained volunteers are invited to assist with preparing food bowls before meals. Volunteers will learn how to follow our feeding charts to portion meals correctly and how to prepare the wet food mix that is added to each bowl. Age Requirements: Volunteers 16 years and older may train and sign up to prep food bowls independently.Volunteers ages 13–15 may participate only when accompanied by an adult (18+) who is also volunteering with them.Once you’ve completed training, you’ll be able to sign up for food prep shifts on your own whenever opportunities are available. Program: Assist a Caregiver Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 20105 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Breakfast Meal Prep Crew (dogs)STOP AND READ CAREFULLY! If this is your first time - please make sure to SIGN UP FOR THE TRAINING before signing up for this opportunity! https://foha.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=1059093 VOLUNTEERS 13-15 years old MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT! Help our morning staff by prepping breakfast for the dogs the day before! This task is typically done after dinner has been served for the day, so meal prep for the following morning can be completed between 4:30pm and 5pm. Unfortunately, we cannot do any earlier than 4pm because there won't be any clean bowls from our evening Meal. Please note: for safety reasons, this opportunity is focused on preparing the bowls, not feeding the dogs. Program: Assist a Caregiver STOP AND READ CAREFULLY! If this is your first time - please make sure to SIGN UP FOR THE TRAINING before signing up for this opportunity! https://foha.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=1059093 VOLUNTEERS 13-15 years old MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT! Help our morning staff by prepping breakfast for the dogs the day before! This task is typically done after dinner has been served for the day, so meal prep for the following morning can be completed between 4:30pm and 5pm. Unfortunately, we cannot do any earlier than 4pm because there won't be any clean bowls from our evening Meal. Please note: for safety reasons, this opportunity is focused on preparing the bowls, not feeding the dogs. Program: Assist a Caregiver Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 20105-2744 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Cat Adoption Application Screener
Review online applications from potential adopters.
Answer applicant questions.
Screen the applicant and consult with them regarding bringing a cat home and what to expect.
Coordinate times for applicants to meet cats at shelter and in foster care.
Complete vet checks
Complete adoptions when necessary.
Training provided. Schedule and amount of work based on your availability. Program: Team Meow
Review online applications from potential adopters.
Answer applicant questions.
Screen the applicant and consult with them regarding bringing a cat home and what to expect.
Coordinate times for applicants to meet cats at shelter and in foster care.
Complete vet checks
Complete adoptions when necessary.
Training provided. Schedule and amount of work based on your availability. Program: Team Meow Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Flexible Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Bio WritersAre you passionate about animals and gifted with the power of words? If so, we have an exciting volunteer opportunity that allows you to combine your love for writing with your desire to make a difference in the lives of dogs and cats searching for their forever homes. As a Bios Writer volunteer, you will play a vital role in helping our animals find their perfect match. Your creative writing skills will give these animals a voice, enabling us to share their stories, quirks, and lovable qualities with the world. By crafting engaging and informative bios, you'll create connections between adopters and animals, making adoption decisions more informed and heartfelt. Instructions will be provided as well as notes on dogs and/or cats to work from, and resources and ideas for bio writing! Program: Animal Allies Are you passionate about animals and gifted with the power of words? If so, we have an exciting volunteer opportunity that allows you to combine your love for writing with your desire to make a difference in the lives of dogs and cats searching for their forever homes. As a Bios Writer volunteer, you will play a vital role in helping our animals find their perfect match. Your creative writing skills will give these animals a voice, enabling us to share their stories, quirks, and lovable qualities with the world. By crafting engaging and informative bios, you'll create connections between adopters and animals, making adoption decisions more informed and heartfelt. Instructions will be provided as well as notes on dogs and/or cats to work from, and resources and ideas for bio writing! Program: Animal Allies Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Flexible Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Cat Snuggling Orientation Part 2 - Hands On SessionPLEASE READ BELOW BEFORE SIGNING UP FOR A PART 2 SESSION: If you are not signed up for Part 1, DO NOT sign up for Part 2. If there are no Part 1 sessions listed, this means the Part 1 session just occurred and you must wait until a new one is added to the website.Please do not sign up for Part 2 if you are only wait-listed for Part 1. We must save the spots for people who are registered for Part 1. If you are under the age of 16, you must have a parent create an account, sign up and attend the session with you.Participants 16 and older can sign up for Part 2 without a parent.If you completed Part 1 but all Part 2 sessions are full, please email volunteercoordinator@foha.orgProgram: Team Meow PLEASE READ BELOW BEFORE SIGNING UP FOR A PART 2 SESSION: If you are not signed up for Part 1, DO NOT sign up for Part 2. If there are no Part 1 sessions listed, this means the Part 1 session just occurred and you must wait until a new one is added to the website.Please do not sign up for Part 2 if you are only wait-listed for Part 1. We must save the spots for people who are registered for Part 1. If you are under the age of 16, you must have a parent create an account, sign up and attend the session with you.Participants 16 and older can sign up for Part 2 without a parent.If you completed Part 1 but all Part 2 sessions are full, please email volunteercoordinator@foha.orgProgram: Team Meow Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 20105-2744 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Cat Snuggling Orientation Part 1 - VirtualPLEASE READ ALL THE INFORMATION BELOW BEFORE SIGNING UP. Part 1 is a virtual meeting via Google Meet. You will receive an email with the meeting information within 2 days of the meeting. **Please be sure to check your spam/junk folder for the email.Minimum age for minors is 10 years old. Participants younger than 16 MUST have a parent sign up for the same session. PARENTS - your child(ren) can attend with you. They do not need their own account.Participants 16 and older can create an account and sign up without a parent. However, the parent must sign the parental consent. ********Please add your age in the comment section.******* If you are on the wait list for Part 1, please do NOT sign up for a Part 2 session.Please note that our shelter is located in Aldie, VA. Birthdate is required so we know if you are a minor or adult. Program: Team Meow PLEASE READ ALL THE INFORMATION BELOW BEFORE SIGNING UP. Part 1 is a virtual meeting via Google Meet. You will receive an email with the meeting information within 2 days of the meeting. **Please be sure to check your spam/junk folder for the email.Minimum age for minors is 10 years old. Participants younger than 16 MUST have a parent sign up for the same session. PARENTS - your child(ren) can attend with you. They do not need their own account.Participants 16 and older can create an account and sign up without a parent. However, the parent must sign the parental consent. ********Please add your age in the comment section.******* If you are on the wait list for Part 1, please do NOT sign up for a Part 2 session.Please note that our shelter is located in Aldie, VA. Birthdate is required so we know if you are a minor or adult. Program: Team Meow Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 20105 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: LaundryHelp our team with laundry that is never ending! Our laundry room can be found behind the welcome center, and is attached to line 3/4. There will be printed instructions in the laundry room. It is IMPORTANT to follow the instructions. Both washing machines CANNOT be started at the same time. Dry and folded laundry can go to our laundry shed. The laundry shed is on the other side 3/4 by the back play yard. There is a map in the laundry shed to indicate where different types of linens go. Feel free to also sweep and dust while in the laundry room. Program: Assist a Caregiver Help our team with laundry that is never ending! Our laundry room can be found behind the welcome center, and is attached to line 3/4. There will be printed instructions in the laundry room. It is IMPORTANT to follow the instructions. Both washing machines CANNOT be started at the same time. Dry and folded laundry can go to our laundry shed. The laundry shed is on the other side 3/4 by the back play yard. There is a map in the laundry shed to indicate where different types of linens go. Feel free to also sweep and dust while in the laundry room. Program: Assist a Caregiver Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Flexible Zip Code: 20105 Allow Groups: No |