The Home Evaluation Coordinator receives all adoption applications, acknowledges them, explains adoption procedures, and arranges for in-person home visits for potential adopters.

Foster parents provide safe, loving temporary homes to allow dogs to transition from abandoned to adopted. CBCR covers vet expenses, while foster parents provide love, care, and security.

Join the trail building crew in partnership with Chatham County Parks & Recreation to help develop and maintain trails in the Lower Haw River State Natural Area. Volunteers will assist in various trail construction and maintenance tasks.

Monitor wildlife cameras in the Lower Haw River State Natural Area, downloading images monthly to capture wildlife activity. Volunteers contribute to understanding the secret life of animals through camera footage.

Monitor birdhouses in the Lower Haw River State Natural Area for nesting activity. Volunteers commit to checking the birdhouses every two weeks from February to June, and weekly if there is a nest, reporting their findings.

Join the invasive plant removal workdays with State Parks biologists to identify and remove non-native plants using non-motorized hand tools. Volunteers will learn about invasive plants and removal techniques.

Participate in the Great Southeast Pollinator Census and help with the pollinator garden workday by removing invasive plants and planting native species. Volunteers will also capture a snapshot of pollinator activity by tallying insect visits to plants.

Participate in organizing and executing fundraising events to support the refuge, engaging with the community to raise awareness and funds.

Help with the adoption process by providing information to potential adopters and assisting with the necessary paperwork to ensure a smooth adoption experience.

Provide transportation for cats to and from veterinary appointments or to their new homes, ensuring their safety and comfort during transit.

Assist with weekend guests and prospective adopters, helping to create a welcoming environment and providing information about the cats and the refuge.

Conduct virtual home visits to assess the suitability of potential adopters' homes for the cats, ensuring a safe and loving environment.

Assist in the maintenance and development of community gardens, helping children learn about sustainable gardening practices. Volunteers will work directly with children, fostering a connection with nature and teaching them about the environment.

Assist in the care and maintenance of animals at the sanctuary, including feeding, cleaning, and providing companionship. Volunteers may also help with events and community outreach programs.

The Volunteer Firefighter drives or rides an emergency vehicle in response to fire, rescue and emergency medical events, hazardous materials response/mitigation, and routine requests for help or assistance. In the performance of their duties, the Volunteer Firefighter/EMT places equipment, lays and connects hose; operates high-capacity pumps and directs water streams; raises and climbs ladders; uses chemical extinguishers, safety belts, lines and hooks and uses self-contained breathing apparatus. The Volunteer Firefighter may enter a burning building as part of a fire suppression team, perform ventilation tasks above ground, carry heavy objects and equipment and rescue injured or trapped victims and performing other related work as assigned | Requirements: Must be at least 18 years old (We do offer a Junior Firefighter program for those 16-18) Must be a legal U.S. Citizen High school graduate or equivalent Must live within 10 miles of a Deep River Fire Department station Must possess a valid NC Drivers License Never pled guilty, no contest, or have been convicted of a felony Must not have had a suspension, revocation, or accumulated more than 8 points in the last three years | Categories: Firefighter

Assist with free clogging lessons offered on Tuesday nights in the Fall. Volunteers will help participants of all ability levels, ensuring they have a fun and engaging experience.

Silk Hope Volunteer Fire Department is seeking dedicated men and women to answer the call and protect the lives and property within our 100 square mile AHJ. We are a rural department with attack, water supply, rescue, and medical resources and respond in coordination with eight surrounding agencies. Contact us to see how you can get involved. | Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age and submit to a criminal and driving history background examination. Must be capable of responding to at least 18 calls per year and attending 36 hours of training per year. | Categories: EMT, Department Support, Firefighter

Participate in events to promote the rescue and assist with various tasks such as setting up, engaging with the public, and providing information about adoption and fostering.

Contribute creatively by designing t-shirts or coming up with new ideas to help the rescue, such as fundraising or hosting events.

Assist in transporting rescued German Shepherd Dogs to foster homes, veterinary appointments, or adoption events. Volunteers can deduct their mileage for tax purposes.