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  • Home
  • About Us
  • Need Help for an Animal?
  • Local Emergency Contacts
  • Volunteer with us
  • Contact Us
  • Home
  • About Us
  • Need Help for an Animal?
  • Local Emergency Contacts
  • Volunteer with us
  • Contact Us

VOLUNTEER WITH US

Help support animals in crisis through practical, compassionate community action. Whether you can assist occasionally or more regularly, every contribution matters.

Apply to volunteer

SUPPORTING ANIMALS TOGETHER

Animal Rescue Emergency Assist relies on compassionate members of the community to help support urgent rescue efforts.  Volunteers play an important role in assisting animals in need, whether through transport, hands-on support, or helping behind the scenes. 


Every contribution helps us respond more effectively and safely.

WHY VOLUNTEERS MATTER

Fast Local Support

Community Connection

Community Connection

Volunteers help us respond more quickly when animals need urgent assistance.

Community Connection

Community Connection

Community Connection

Local support strengthens our ability to assist animals safely and practically.

Real Impact

Community Connection

Real Impact

Every volunteer contribution helps extend our reach and improve outcomes for animals in need.

WAYS YOU CAN HELP

Animal Transport

Assist with transporting animals to vets or approved locations when 

safe to do so.

Rescue Support

Provide practical help during rescue situations where appropriate and safe.

Administrative Support

Help with coordination, communication, or general organisational tasks.

Fundraising & Community Support

Assist with awareness, events, or fundraising efforts.

General Assistance

Offer flexible help as needed depending on current priorities.

WHO SHOULD APPLY?

You do not need professional rescue experience to get involved. Reliability, compassion and a willingness to help are often the most important qualities. Some roles may require confidence handling animals, access to transport or availability at short notice. Are you:


-Calm and dependable

-Able to follow instructions

-Comfortable communicating clearly

-Respectful of animal welfare and safety

-Willing to help within your capacity


If you answered yes to these, then chances are you would make a wonderful volunteer.

APPLY TO VOLUNTEER

VOLUNTEERING FAQs

Please email info@animalrescueemergencyassist.org if you cannot find an answer to your question.

No. Many roles do not require prior experience. A willingness to help and follow guidance is often more important.


Not for all roles. However, transport volunteers will require access to a reliable vehicle.


Yes. Many opportunities are flexible and may arise on an as-needed basis.


Not always. We will reach out as opportunities become available that match your availability and location.


Roles vary and may include transport, support during rescues, administrative help, or community-based support.


An orphaned animal has been separated from its mother and cannot survive on its own. An injured animal has physical injuries that require medical attention.


Join our team of volunteers today!

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