Fundraising Events
The AWL is in great need of Volunteers to help raise money through BBQs, Movie Afternoons, Quiz Nights and much much more!
If you are interested in having fun with a lovely group of people and helping raise money for the lost and abandoned animals of South Australia, please call our Volunteer Coordinators on 8348 1300.
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Annual Badge Day / Donation Day
Badge Day is the AWL's biggest fundraising event of the year.
Volunteers are allocated a location to collect donations, we provide the collection tin and badges.
Take a group, go as a family, it's a fun way to make a big difference to the animals here at the AWL.
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Public Contact |
| Requirements: |
Register your interest online or phone (08) 8348 1300. |
| Time commitment: |
One day per year |
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Thrift/Retail Shops
Our three thrift shops are responsible for raising over $180,000 per year and are completely run by a team of devoted Volunteers.
The League could not survive without this support. Proceeds assist with the running of our shelter.
If you have customer service skills and are looking to work within a team, this is a fantastic and practical way to contribute to the AWL's mission.
You can apply online, or drop into your local store and introduce yourself to our friendly Volunteer staff.
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Retail work
Teamwork
Relaxed, friendly environment |
| Requirements: |
Neat tidy appearance
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Time commitment:
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Availability during weekdays
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| Locations: |
Tranmere
Gawler
Parafield Gardens
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Dog Walking
Both our Shelter and Boarding dogs benefit from our team of dog walkers.
Our roster runs 7 days per week, ensuring our animals have regular companionship and exercise. For our shelter dogs, this can make the difference between being rehomed sooner, and for our boarding dogs it assists in how well they cope while they are away from their owners.
The staff are free to achieve their many tasks, and the animals enjoy their stay with us and learn some skills. Our Volunteers also learn new skills, as each one of them attends a special Positive Reinforcement class designed to teach them reward based training for dogs.
Volunteer dog walking is highly rewarding for both the dogs and the volunteers.
| This area offers: |
Animal Contact |
| Requirements: |
Positive Reinforcement Training |
| Time commitment: |
Between 10-12am or 1-3pm
Volunteers have the opportunity to work around other commitments |
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Cat Cuddling
Every day we have Volunteers who come to play with the cats in our shelter and boarding areas.
Cats can become very unhappy when lacking human attention, so regular cuddles ensure that they become and remain approachable. Our cat cuddlers also provide our cats with vital mental stimulation.
| This area offers: |
Animal Contact |
| Requirements: |
Training on the job |
| Time commitment: |
Between 10-12am or 1-3pm
Volunteers have the opportunity to work around other commitments |
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Cleaning
7 days a week we have wonderful helpers who assist by washing food bowls, litter trays and bedding. The staff refer to these Volunteers as our 'Angels' because of the wonderful work they do.
Every task taken on by a Volunteer means that our employed 'experts' can devote more time to the wellbeing of the animals, and our Volunteers find satisfaction in knowing how important their work is.
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Teamwork with staff |
| Requirements: |
Training on the job |
| Time commitment: |
8.30am to noon
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Shelter Assistance
We have a small group of Volunteers who are trained to assist with specialised tasks in the shelter. They perform tasks such as cleaning pens, hosing, transferring animals, feeding and grooming.
This area suits people who have 2 days a week to spare and want to help out in South Australia's largest shelter.
Applicants attend a formal interview, and if successful they commit to a minimum of 3 months attendance on a regular basis.
It is a challenging and rewarding way to learn new skills, and Volunteers have the satisfaction of knowing that they are contributing to a worthwhile cause while building career skills.
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Animal contact
Challenge
Working with a team |
| Requirements: |
Interview attendance
Training on the job
Willing attitude
Must be able to commit to a minimum of 3 months |
| Time commitment: |
1-2 days per week |
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Boarding Reception
The boarding centre at our Wingfield site has Volunteers who work in the office 6 days per week.
Most of these Volunteers have had experience in an office environment and want to use their skills to help the League.
Duties include answering phone calls, taking bookings and data entry. These Volunteers play a crucial role in an important area of AWL operations.
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Office work
Customer contact
Working with a team |
| Requirements: |
Basic office skills
Can commit to a period of training |
| Time commitment: |
One full day per week |
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