Helping at Events
Bringing People Together for Homeless Pets
Our events are vital to our fundraising, adoption and outreach efforts. Regardless of your area of interest, we would love your help at our upcoming events.
Volunteer Opportunities
Overview
PAWS Chicago holds many fundraising events throughout the year where volunteers are needed. These special events are vital to our lifesaving efforts. Our work is 100% reliant on the support of our community.
In addition to raising funds, these events help spread the word about the No Kill movement and help find more loving homes for our animals.
As a Special Event Volunteer, you may help with:
- Greeting guests
- Registration
- Raffle ticket sales
- Concierge services
- Setup and breakdown
- Transportation
Additional roles may be available, depending on the event.
Helpful Skills
- Enjoy working with the public
- Great customer service skills
- Prior experience working special events
Location and Hours
Location and hours vary. Most special events are held on weekday evenings.
Locations, Hours & Shifts
Location and hours vary. Most special events are held on weekday evenings.
Training
- New Volunteer Orientation
- If handling animals, Dog Town Level 1 Training or Kitty City Level 1 Training is required.
Overview
PAWS Chicago holds many offsite adoption events throughout the year. These events help showcase the wonderful pets in need of homes, spread the word about PAWS Chicago and the No Kill movement and help unite our pets with loving homes.
Adoption Event Managers manage adoption events from start to finish. Duties include:
- Setting up the event
- Transporting animals
- Coordinating adoptions
- Answering potential adopter and volunteer questions
Helpful Skills
- Good interpersonal skills
- Organizational skills
- Leadership skills
Location and Hours
Location and hours vary. Most adoption events are held on weekends.
Training
- New Volunteer Orientation
- Dog Town Level 2 Training, Gold Star Training or Kitty City Level 2 Training
Overview
PAWS Chicago holds many offsite adoption events throughout the year. These events help showcase the wonderful pets in need of homes, spread the word about PAWS Chicago and the No Kill movement and help unite our pets with loving homes.
- As an Adoption Event Support Volunteer, you will:
- Handle the animals during the event
- Assist potential adopters in meeting any animals that they are interested in adopting
- Review the animals’ basic information with potential adopters
- Go over the requirements for adopting
Helpful Skills
- Enjoy working with the public
- Great customer service skills
- Prior experience working with public events
Location and Hours
Location and hours vary. Most adoption events are held on weekends.
Training
- New Volunteer Orientation
- If handling animals, Dog Town Level 1 Training or Kitty City Level 1 Training is required
Advanced Volunteer Opportunities
- Adoption Event Manager
Overview
Our Community Outreach events introduce us to hundreds of people in one day and require lots of help. These large events take place a couple times a year, and we need a lot of volunteer support. This one-day commitment opportunity is fast-paced, fun and uplifting.
Duties include:
- Greeting and collecting attendee information
- Helping with registration
- Talking with attendees about the benefits of spay/neuter
- Managing lines
- Helping the veterinarians
Helpful Skills
- Effective communication skills
- Organizational skills
- Basic knowledge of pet wellness
Location and Hours
Times and locations vary.
Training
- New Volunteer Orientation
- Event-specific orientation (held 2 weeks before the event)
Advanced Opportunities
- Team Leader