Volunteer Information
Without our volunteers, Greenhill could not provide its current high level of service to the animals and people of our community!
Current Volunteers
Ready to Volunteer?
Volunteer Member Team Values
- Compassion and responsibility for all animals
- Consistency and reliability to help us care for our animals
- Commitment to reducing animal overpopulation
To see a list of our volunteer team positions, click here!
The Youth Volunteer Program provides 12 – 15 year olds a long-term volunteer opportunity at Greenhill Humane Society. While at the shelter youth volunteers must be under the supervision of a parent or guardian over the age of 18 at all times, no exceptions.
Children can be great supporters of the animals and the work we do at Greenhill Humane Society. Because of staffing concerns and safety issues, we are unable to offer volunteer positions to people under 12 years of age; but there are many ways to help without actually being at the center. Please see our Cubs Corner page to see other ways to help.
Volunteer Requirements:
• Supervision of a parent or guardian who is willing to participate in the activity of choice
• Able to commit to volunteering for two hours a week for six months
To learn more about available volunteer positions, please click here.
If you would like more information about volunteering with Greenhill, please call 541.844.8824 or email volunteer@green-hill.org.
If you are 12 years old or under please consider some of the ways you can help and/or make a contribution:
We understand that many young people would love nothing more than to visit with our animals all day and perform a community service for the shelter. However, safety guidelines prohibit children under the age of 16 from volunteering on their own at Greenhill without direct adult supervision. Children ages 12 through 15 must volunteer with a parent or guardian. Volunteers 16 and older can volunteer on their own.
Here are some other ways you can help:
- Make colorful bandanas for dogs and drop them off at the shelter.
- Make dog and cat toys and drop them off at the shelter. (Felt -not knitted- toys are preferred for kitties; please see our wish list to learn about needed dog items).
- Fundraise for the animals by hosting a lemonade stand, yard sale, or bake sale in your neighborhood!
- Collect bottles or cans that have a CRV and donate through BottleDrop or pick up a blue fundraising bag from us at Greenhill.
- Raise funds at school: get creative and think of fun or unique things/items to sell to raise money for the shelter.
- Organize a food or supply drive. Greenhill can provide you with a “Buddy Barrel” to collect items or pet food. You and your classmates can decorate the barrel however you like.
- Birthday parties: Ask friends/family to bring presents, gift cards, or donate money in your name for the animals. You can bring items to the shelter and give them to the animals yourself!
We are happy to help you by providing brochures, a Greenhill banner, or any other materials you request to help your fundraiser or project. We can also provide you and/or your family or friends with a personalized tour of the shelter and the kennel, cattery and small animal room. Please contact our Community Outreach Department by calling (541) 689-1503 ext 134 if you have questions regarding fund raising and food/supply drives. Items you make or collect can be brought to the shelter during open hours.
Locations and Hours of Operation
Become a Foster Family!
Sometimes we receive animals that are too young or too sick to be adopted. Your family can foster these animals in your home where they can get well and grow. You return them to the shelter after a specified time of care (depending on the animal’s needs) and then we find a loving home for them! Learn more here.
Ready to Volunteer?
Please read this list of volunteer requirements before applying.
Pay for your volunteer registration fee using the link below. Be sure to select the package that fits the type of volunteering you will be doing! Pay Volunteer Registration Fee
After payment is processed you will receive an email to initiate your background check or with next steps (for those under 18).
Volunteer Spotlight
October 2022
Sandy W.
Meet Sandy, our Volunteer of the Month for October! Sandy started volunteering in December 2021 and has already contributed over 85 hours of service to Greenhill. She volunteers as a Front Office Assistant. Sandy also volunteers for McKenzie River Trust helping staff their open days on Green Island. In the past, she has volunteered as a clinic nurse at Volunteers in Medicine.
Sandy’s favorite aspects of volunteering are, “It’s fun! I leave energized and smiling. The staff and volunteers I work with are great. I know I’ve helped make a difference in the lives of animals in transition and for the people who care for and about them. I just leave with a good feeling every time.”
From volunteering at Greenhill Sandy has learned, “I volunteer in the front office so I’m continually learning how different situations are handled, resources within Greenhill and the community, etc. Never a dull moment! I’ve come to really appreciate the quality of care that Greenhill provides and the super caring and skilled staff. I’m glad to be part of the team.”
Sandy grew up in Longview, Washington and, after completing her education, moved to California. Because she loved the area, Sandy moved to Eugene over 40 years ago. She was a Public Health nurse before retiring from Lane Community College where she worked in the Standard Health Center and other Standard Service areas for over 20 years. She has a rescue dog, Cricket, she does non-competitive agility with as she did previously with Le Lai, her Greenhill foster fail Sandy adopted as a puppy and had for 17 years.
Sandy enjoys day hiking, sewing and yard work. She says, “When I was younger, I had some lovely adventures inflatable kayaking many rivers including the Grand Canyon and the Upano in Ecuador – all with guides. Now days I’m content to ride the raft!”
