Looking for ways for kids to lend a helping paw? Kids can earn a Humane Hero Award by organizing supply or monetary collections for FCAS or by participating in other fun off-site activities.
Please note that you must be 18 years or older to volunteer at our shelters. For more information on volunteering, visit our volunteer page.
Crafting items from our suggested list is another great way to contribute while showcasing your creativity. Simply drop off your donations at the front desk and commemorate your efforts by picking up your award!
Below are a few project ideas—download the full list for even more options:
- Hold a Supply Drive: Collect donations from our wish lists to help shelter pets! Items like toys, leashes, and food are always needed. Check out our wish lists, foster program, and Pet Pantry on our donation page.
- Gift a Gift Card: Have an unused gift card? The shelter can use gift cards to major retailers to buy essential supplies.
- Spread the Word Online & Offline: Help pets find homes by telling friends, family, and classmates about adoptable animals and shelter events. Follow us on social media, share posts, and tag friends!
- Promote Pets with Posters or Graphics: Create eye-catching flyers or digital designs for adoptable pets. Pick a pet that needs a home, make a flyer, and ask local businesses if you can post it. Digital designs can also be shared online to boost visibility!
- Write Letters or Thank-You Notes: Brighten someone's day with a kind note! Write letters to shelter staff, volunteers, or adopters to thank them for caring for animals.
- Treat the Shelter Staff & Volunteers: Show appreciation by bringing store-bought snacks, coffee, or small self-care items like lotion or lip balm.
While we appreciate homemade gestures, we regret to inform you that we cannot accept homemade animal treats for safety reasons.
Humane Hero Award
Be sure to pick up a Humane Hero Award to commemorate any achievement you or your community group has accomplished to support FCAS. Just ask the front desk staff at either campus.