Your generosity ensures that Camden County Animal Shelter is able to continue to save the lives of thousands of animals every year.

Why Volunteer?

Volunteering is a two-fold system. First and foremost, you get to do what you love; you can play with animals, help raise money for shelter needs, fostering, and maybe even cleaning - all while helping a few of our animals feel a little more loved. Secondly, you're helping out the shelter; CCAS would not be able to function without your help. As a volunteer, you bring new creativity and an imagination that makes it possible for CCAS to continue helping animals to find their permanent homes.

How Do I Volunteer?

You must be at least 11 years old to be eligible to volunteer at CCAS. If you are between the ages of 11 and 17 (inclusive), please consider joining our Youth Volunteer Program. If you are 18 years of age or older, please fill out our volunteer application, email it/bring it in to us, and we'll get back to you as soon as we can.

Youth Volunteer Program
Requirements:
  • You must be 17 years old or younger
  • You and your parent/guardian must complete all appropriate forms
  • You and your parent/guardian must attend the youth volunteer orientation
  • You must wear the youth volunteer t-shirt or badge provided for you while volunteering

Tasks Include...
  • Working hands on with the dogs/cats under the supervision of a mentor or parent/guardian
  • Volunteering at adoption events
  • Helping to clean up designated areas of the shelter
  • Reporting animals that are sick or injured to the employees
  • Helping to promote spay/neuter and vaccination programs
  • Educating classmates about the pet overpopulation problem, spaying/neutering pets, pet care, and animal abuse
  • Collecting monetary donations for the shelter
  • Collecting blankets, cleaning supplies, dog/cat food, dog/cat toys, etc.
  • Making and/or selling baked goods, holding car washes, or coming up with and participating in your own fundraising ideas
  • Making toys for the cats and/or dogs
  • Making dog and/or cat biscuits
  • Helping out with the laundry (washing, drying, and/or folding)
  • Making sure all of the cats and dogs have water
  • Sorting out the collars, harnesses, chokers, and leashes
  • Putting away donations
  • And so much more!
Volunteer Application
Volunteer Application

For assistance or questions, please e-mail us at volunteers@ccasnj.org.

Tasks Include...
  • Grooming/Bathing Dogs/Cats
  • Transporting Dogs/Cats
  • Walking/Playing with Dogs
  • Socializing/Playing with Cats
  • Special Events
  • Fundraising
  • Photography
  • Maintenance
  • Training Dogs
  • Fostering Dogs/Cats
  • Public Speaking
  • Morning Cleaning
  • Petsmart Adoption Centers
  • And so much more!