Youth Volunteers

Humane Heroes Unleashed

Join us for Junior Humane Heroes Unleashed and Humane Heroes Unleashed! These engaging programs provide young animal lovers with hands-on experience in animal care and shelter operations. Participants will work closely with our dedicated shelter staff, making a real difference in the lives of our animals. This is an exciting opportunity to develop new skills, connect with like-minded peers, and contribute to our mission of helping animals in need.

  • Flexible Scheduling: Choose the shift that works best for you
  • Program Fee: $50 per participant for the month

Humane Heroes

  • When: Mondays and Tuesdays, 3:30-6 pm

  • Who: Designed for ages 14-17 or experienced Humane Heroes

March Sign-Up

Junior Humane Heroes

  • When: Wednesdays and Thursdays, 3:30-6 pm
  • Who: Perfect for ages 10-13 or those new to the Humane Heroes program.

March Sign-Up

Please note: Participants should be prepared to follow directions and commit to a hands-on, rewarding experience.

Join us and be a hero for the animals at MHHS!

Telling Tails

Telling Tails is a volunteer program for adults with children ages 5-17 to read to adoptable animals (mostly cats) at MHHS on Wednesdays between 3:00 and 5:00 pm and Sundays between 2:00 and 4:00 pm.

  • Adults become volunteers, and are responsible for training and supervising their children.
  • If your application is approved, we will send you an orientation and related virtual trainings for opportunities that you are interested in.
  • For Telling Tails volunteers: a small start-up fee of $60 covers the cost of the background check, supplies, uniform and training.
  • A background check is required.
  • Please note: we use peanut butter throughout our facility.

For more information and to sign up, click here >>