Greater Birmingham Humane Society


Volunteer Initiatives:

  • Pet Pantry
  • Recent Events
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  • Breaking Volunteer News
  • Adoption Success Stories
  • Alfie, adopted October 2008

    Alfie, adopted October 2008
    That's him napping on the bed (his favorite spot) and giving me the stinkeye for taking his picture.

    Taurus.....My sweet angel

    Taurus.....My sweet angel
    We honestly believe that adopting him was one of the greatest and most rewarding things we've ever done.

    Nickie

    Nickie
    Nickie - Adopted 1/29/2010

    She had given up but is now the life of the party

    She had given up but is now the life of the party
    An obviously traumatized dog, through long term patience, encouragement and love, becomes a wonderful companion.

     

    General Volunteer Information:

    • Requirements:
      • Must be at least 16 years.
      • Must be able and willing to commit to a minimum of 10 hours per month.
      • Must have a love for animals and be committed to the mission of the Greater Birmingham Humane Society, which means you will be "dedicated to promoting respect for life through education and prevention of cruelty to animals and people".
    • Available Opportunities
    • Getting Started:
      • Complete our Volunteer Application!
      • We will contact you to schedule you for an upcoming volunteer orientation
      • Additional training classes may be required before helping in specific areas


    Court Ordered Community Service Information:

    • Must be at least 18 years.
    • Must provide:
      • Photo ID
      • Letter from court system mandating service hours
    • Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds and be physically active during your hours of service
    • Must be able to work during normal GBHS operating hours
      • Monday through Saturday: 8 AM to 5 PM
      • Sunday 9:30 AM to 5 PM
    • Should be comfortable working around all sizes and breeds of dogs, cats, and small animals

    Get started today by completing our Community Service Application!


    The following calendar is for current volunteers only.
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    If you are interested in volunteering and have not yet completed an application or attended orientation, please do so in order to view upcoming volunteer activities!


    Feb 7, 2010 - Feb 13, 2010


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    The Greater Birmingham Humane Society is dedicated to promoting respect for life through education and prevention of cruelty to animals and people.

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