Volunteers

We always welcome assistance from volunteers with spreading the word about our organization. One easy way to do this is to refer friends, acquaintances, and family to our website. If you would like to help raise funds in other ways, please consult with us through email at chanda@animalreliefeffort.org. I understand it is important to get approval before soliciting donations as the organizations needs to ensure requests are appropriate, required permits are obtained, and that donations are appropriately acknowledged.

You may also click the link below to download the volunteer form and mail it to:

Companion Animal Relief Effort
121 Packerland Dr.
Green Bay, WI 54303

C.A.R.E for Service Members - Volunteer Opportunities

We feel that donation of a person's time and talents is just as important as a donation of goods or financial support. We appreciate those who can meet those volunteer needs, and could not provide the level of service possible without help from those dedicated individuals. If you would like to support the organization through are volunteer program, we have a variety of opportunities available. Please fill out our volunteer application to join the fun!

Ways to Volunteer

Foster a pet.
Screen potential Foster applicants.
Work a fund raising event.
Chair a fund raising event.
Transportation services- transport pets to foster homes, appointments, etc.
Office work, such as mailings or database entry.
Inventory management- maintaining and distributing donations such as food, litter, etc.
Community outreach, such as staffing information tables at events.
Donation services- soliciting prizes/donations for events, picking up donated items, etc.
Volunteer management- coordinating and soliciting volunteers, management of a volunteer database, etc.

Volunteer Guideline and Release Form

I verify I am 18 years of age or older.

I understand as a volunteer the organization will not be compensating me for my time, work, or expenses.

We always welcome assistance from volunteers with spreading the word about our organization. One easy way to do this is to refer friends, acquaintances, and family to our website. If you would like to help raise funds in other ways, please consult with us through email. I understand it is important to get approval before soliciting donations as the organizations needs to ensure requests are appropriate, required permits are obtained, and that donations are appropriately acknowledged.

When representing C.A.R.E it is important to present yourself in a proper and professional manner. As a volunteer you may be speaking or meeting with service members and their families, going to facilities, talking with media, etc. I agree that professionalism is important when representing C.A.R.E. and I will speak sincerely and exhibit mature behaviors.

We have the right to revoke volunteer privileges at any time if rules or regulations are not followed.

There may be certain risks involved when working with animals. These include, but are not limited to, being bitten, scratched, bruised, etc. I am fully aware that there are many risks and dangers involved in participation with being a volunteer and I understand C.A.R.E. is not responsible having not met the pet personally. Encounters may result in injury, damage to personal property, death, etc.

I am aware of the potential dangers that I may encounter while volunteering. I agree that I, my family member, nor any relation will attempt to sue or make a claim against this organization if any harm were to come to me or my personal belongings.

There also may be risks associated with the service you are voluntarily providing the organization. I will be legally and financially responsible, and will pledge to hold the organization harmless from my own acts and liabilities relating to the service I am voluntarily providing.

Since we may need you to interact with animals, both big and small, it is important for you to inform us of your limitations. I will disclose any physical or psychological limitations to the organization members immediately.

I have read the agreement and fully comprehend that I will relinquish all claims or actions known now or in the future against C.A.R.E.

We truly appreciate your generosity with your time and talent in offering your services as a volunteer. You are a very important part of our organization. If you have a special gift, talent, or idea about how to help raise money for C.A.R.E please list:

Application:

Last Name:	First Name:	M.I.:
Daytime Phone #:	Evening Phone #:
E-mail:
Address:
City:	State:	ZIP:

Employer:		Position:
Contact Person:		Phone #:
Number of hours worked per week:

How did you hear about us?

Please list all members of your household. Include name, age, and their relationship to you.

Do all members of your household want to foster a pet?

Yes No

Is anyone in the household allergic to cats or dogs?

Yes No

Why would you like to foster a pet for a soldier member?

What type of home do you live in?
(House, apartment, duplex, etc. Please list if you rent or own and how long you have lived at this residence.)

If you rent, what is the name and contact information of your landlord?

If you rent or are part of an association, are pets allowed?

Yes No

Are there any size limits or any limits to the total number of pets allowed?

Yes No

Are there any breed restrictions?

Would there be a deposit required? If so, would you be willing to pay that deposit?

Are you interested in fostering a dog, cat, or either?

Are you financially able to assist with pet care (food/treats/short term boarding, etc.)during foster term?

Yes No

Would you be willing to have a services members pet(s) meet your pet(s) and family? If no, please explain?

Please answer the following questions that apply to you:

Do you have a fenced in yard? If yes, what is the height and type of fence? Are your gates locked? If your yard is not fenced, please explain how the dog will be allowed to urinate/defecate.

Do you have a pool? Is it fenced separately?

Will the foster pet be kept inside or outside?

Please explain where and how the foster pet will live by describing what a typical day would look like for your foster pet.

How many hours a day will the foster pet be left alone?

Do you have other pets? If yes, please describe your pets in detail including breed, gender, age, weight, and temperament. Are they spayed/neutered?

If you have cats, have they been around dogs or other cats? Do they have claws? Will they run from another pet or ignore it?

Please list all pets you have had in the last ten years, and why they are no longer with you.

What behavior issues can you deal with comfortably? What behavior issues are you not comfortable with?

Are you willing to foster and care for a pet with special health care needs?

Yes No

If yes, please specify which type(s) you are comfortable with.

If dog, what sizes are you interested in fostering (XS, S, M, L, XL)?

Is there any size or breed of dog that you are uncomfortable fostering?

Is there any size or breed of cat that you are uncomfortable fostering?

Are you interested in fostering a male or female? Or either?

Male Female Either

What age pet would you prefer to foster? (Puppy/Kitten, Young, Adult, Senior, Any)

If you were to return your foster pet, for what reason would it be?

Are your pets current on vaccinations? If no, why not?

Current Veterinary Clinic's Name:
Address:
City:		State:
ZIP:

Emergency Veterinary Clinic's Name:
Address:
City:		State:
ZIP:

Please list two personal references that we may contact:

Name:		Relationship:
Phone #:		E-mail:

Name:		Relationship:
Phone #:		E-mail:

Please list any other pertinent information, or additional comments, so that we may find the best match for the pet, and for your family.

Thank you for showing your interest in fostering a pet for C.A.R.E. By signing your name below, you are confirming that all of the above information is correct and agree that C.A.R.E may verify all above information which may include, but not limited to, contacting your references, veterinarian, and landlord. I recognize that any misrepresentation of facts will result in losing fostering privileges. As a matter of due diligence, C.A.R.E may perform a criminal background check on all adults residing within a foster home residence. I understand that these foster animals do not belong to me or my family and I am providing a caring, loving, and stable home for a service member's beloved pet. I understand that any foster animal in my care may be removed from my home at any time with or without reason by or on the authority of C.A.R.E's board. I agree to notify C.A.R.E of any concerns, updates, or if the pet needs medical attention. I also understand the importance of keeping in contact with the service member and/or service members' family while I am fostering their pet.

I have read and agree.

All pets require medical care. Some pets require special food, medications, professional grooming, etc. Vet bills and grooming bills may add considerable expense to your family budget. By signing below you are stating that you are prepared to accept the personal and financial responsibility of fostering a pet.

I have read and agree.

This application will be regarded as an expression of interest, not a commitment or acceptance to serve as a foster home. Any personal information provided to our organization is not shared outside of C.A.R.E and is considered confidential. Most of our communication is done via email. If you are submitting your application please check your email frequently so that you can respond to any questions or concerns we may have. Failure to respond within 72 hours will indicate to us that you are no longer interested.

Please notify your vet's office that an application has been submitted for fostering an animal for C.A.R.E. They may need permission to release general information about you andyour pet care history to a C.A.R.E representative.