Animal Welfare Professionals

Hello,

At San Diego Humane Society, we are toying with the idea of a massive community service day once a month - open to individuals and groups who are looking for a one time opportunity to support the shelter. Wondering if any shelters host these type of service days and how they do it (tasks, schedule, requirements, space, etc.)? Feel free to reply here or with me directly at szeitlin@sdhumane.org. Thanks!

Stacey

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Stacey Zeitlin
San Diego Humane Society
San Diego CA
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Hi Stacey, 

We have a farm animal rescue in Phoenix. We have large groups come quite a bit. I would say the biggest thing is writing out some tasks that you would love to get done but  doesn't make the priority list when there are less volunteers. Break it into small groups with one senior volunteer leading, allowing for about 30 -45 minutes to complete. In our experience. that time frame is most effective and keeps the volunteers engaged.  Then, we all meet back up for a water break, talk about what everyone accomplished, and spend time with the animals.  I hope any of this helps. 

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Shana McCawley
Vice President
Freed Spirits Animal Rescue
AZ
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