FOHA Helping Hands: Art & Enrichment

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