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VolunteerService Projects

We receive many requests from groups who would like to perform a few hours of volunteer service as part of a class requirement or club service project. There are a number of ways you can assist the animals and staff at the Humane Society of Indianapolis. A few projects are available at the shelter that do not involve direct contact with the animals, and are only available on an as-needed basis.

We can work with Boy Scouts earning their Eagle Award and Girl Scouts earning their Gold Award to design a project that fits their requirements.

Current Projects Needed at the Shelter

• Eradicate poison ivy by spraying herbicide along walking trails (we would need your group to donate/bring the spray)
• Pick up trash along the road and in woods (1-2 hours)
• Install new windows/screens in Free-Roaming FIV Cat Room (would need to secure donations)
• Other projects - feel free to suggest ideas!

Service Project Suggestions

If we cannot schedule an activity at the shelter, here are additional ways that you can help outside of the shelter:

• Organize a supply drive - request a copy of our wish list and organize your own drive to collect toys, towels, food and much more in your own community. Create a marked container and place it in a high-traffic area for people to see.
  
• Organize a fundraiser - hold a bake sale, car wash or carnival and collect donations for the Humane Society of Indianapolis. Distribute information about the shelter at your event to help educate the public.
  
• Organize an animal awareness week - a school or community-wide animal awareness week will help get the message of kindness to animals heard. Visit the Humane Society of Indianapolis ahead of time to gather materials to hand out.
  
• Get the community involved - ask local businesses to spread the word about caring for animals. Organize a dog wash in your community and ask for donations or sponsorship.
  
• Give out information - man a table at school or in front of the supermarket. Ask the community to support responsible pet ownership and consider a donation of change or supplies to help the animals. Distribute information about the wonderful animals available for adoption at local shelters.
  
• Volunteer - volunteer your time at a local animal organization. We - and others - can use the help!