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Volunteer to Help the Cats!

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with FCCO!

We have helped more than 145,000 cats, relying on the help of volunteers, many of whom have been with us for years and are committed to the hard work needed to make it possible for FCCO to operate as a donation-based service. Your participation is key to ensuring that our services continue to be available for feral and stray cats and their caregivers.

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If you are interested in volunteering, please read about our different positions and fill out our Volunteer Application. And, if you are a young professional looking to get more involved, please consider joining our CATalyst Committee!

CURRENTLY AVAILABLE POSITIONS:

+ Clinic Check-In

Greet and check-in caregivers as they drop off their cats and assist in cleaning and prepping for next clinic. Some office duties or trap cleaning are part of this position.

SHIFTS: Available Wednesday through Friday, from 7:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

If this is a good fit for you, please complete the Volunteer Application linked below.

+ Recovery

Clean and prepare traps as cats are in surgery. Get the cats back into their cages after surgery and monitor them as they awaken from surgery.

SHIFTS: Available Wednesday through Friday, from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

If this is a good fit for you, please complete the Volunteer Application linked below.

+ Outreach and Education

Outreach volunteers attend street fairs, farmer’s markets, and other events. They share accurate information about our services with the public, sell FCCO merchandise, and answer questions.

SHIFTS: Typically weekends, with more in summer.

If this is a good fit for you, please complete the Volunteer Application linked below.

+ Auction Item Procurement for Furball and Fundraisers

Help with a key part of the Furball: auction item procurement! This is a REMOTE position - send emails, make phone calls, and/or walk around town seeking donations to be a part of the Furball auction.

SHIFTS: Totally flexible! Help the cats from your couch!

If this is a good fit for you, please complete the Volunteer Application linked below.

 

Steps to Volunteering

  1. Fill out the Volunteer Application.

  2. Our Volunteer Coordinator will reach out to you as soon as possible.

  3. Phone interview with our Volunteer Coordinator

  4. Attend an FCCO volunteer orientation.

  5. Follow-up confirmation and placement.

Please note that additional training will be required for all clinic volunteers, and other positions as necessary.

Volunteer Requirements

  • At least 16 years old.

  • Able to make a weekly volunteer commitment for at least 3 months.

  • Able to commit to scheduled volunteer times.

  • Work well with people - all volunteer positions work directly with the public, staff, and other volunteers.

  • For positions at spay/neuter clinics: able to squat, bend, twist, lift and stand for long periods of time, and be able to lift up to 25 pounds.

If you are interested in volunteering please fill out our Volunteer Application. You may also print the application and mail it to us at FCCO, 4522 S Water Ave, Portland, OR 97239.

For more information contact our Volunteer Coordinator at
503-797-2606, ext. 108, or send an email.