Volunteer positions
Rag Hero & Toy Maker
Nelson Centre
If you would like to help the animals but are too young to volunteer at a centre (16 years minimum) or would prefer to help from home, there are lots of ways you can get involved.
We are always in need of volunteers to help cut up sheets and blankets to clean cages with, and make enrichment toys for the animals in our care to make their stay with us more enjoyable. This can be done at home and the whole family can get involved.
You can find a whole lot of ideas on our SPCA Kids Portal
Before you start, please contact us to see what items or toys we need most at that time. We might also be able to help you out with donated materials for your project.
Volunteer application
For: Rag Hero & Toy Maker at Nelson Centre
Thanks for your interest in volunteering with SPCA. Volunteers are a huge part of our team—we couldn’t do what we do without you!
To get started, just fill out the form below. If you need help, please call the team at your local SPCA Centre or op shop.
A few things to note:
- You must be at least 15 to volunteer in our Op Shops.
- You must be at least 16 to volunteer at our Centres. If you are younger, please check out our sections on 'Volunteering for Kids', 'Volunteering from Home' or talk to your family about fostering opportunities.
- You may need to provide an up to date Ministry of Justice check during this process, and we'll ask about any medical conditions so we can ensure your safety while volunteering.
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