There are just a few small steps to take in order to start volunteering with us! Please be sure to first read and sign our Volunteer Agreement and Waiver Form before submitting a Volunteer Application. Once all forms have been submitted online your application will be reviewed. Your application will be denied if:

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• You are under the age of 13, or if you’re between the ages 13 -16 and do not have a parent/guardian’s application submitted to accompany you on your shifts.

• You do not complete the entire application and waiver 

• You have been convicted of a crime involving Animal Cruelty, Arson, Theft, or Domestic Assault.

• You have been previously dismissed from volunteer duties before coming to HSWA

• You do not have active medical insurance 

• You are unable to commit to a minimum of 2 shifts a month 

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Please check out our volunteer manual for more information on volunteer expectations, policies, roles, and scheduling. If you have any questions please reach out to volunteering@hswa.org . 

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