Volunteer Opportunities

  • Join Our Fundraising Committee!

    Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of animals?

    Grateful Friends Animal Rescue is seeking dedicated individuals to join our fundraising committee so we can continue to help Manitoba animals in need.

    Qualifications:

    • Must have access to Facebook and Facebook Messenger.

    • Ability to work independently and as part of a team when needed.

    • Committed and dedicated to the mission of Grateful Friends Animal Rescue.

    • Goal-oriented with a passion for making a difference.

    Responsibilities:

    • Collaborate with the team to brainstorm and implement creative fundraising ideas.

    • Assist with planning and organizing fundraising events and campaigns.

    • Utilize Facebook and Facebook Messenger to communicate with team members and supporters.

    • Commit 1-3 hours per week to fundraising activities (the number of hours may vary depending on the event).

    • Work independently and as part of a team to achieve fundraising goals.

    If you are enthusiastic, goal-oriented, and ready to make a positive impact, we want to hear from you!

    To apply, please submit a volunteer application!

  • Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of animals?

    Grateful Friends Animal Rescue is seeking a dedicated individual to join our team as fundraising coordinator so we can continue to help Manitoba animals in need.

    Qualifications:

    • Must have access to Facebook and Facebook Messenger.

    • Ability to work independently and as part of a team when needed.

    • Committed and dedicated to the mission of Grateful Friends Animal Rescue.

    • Goal-oriented with a passion for making a difference.

    Responsibilities:

    • Collaborate with the team to brainstorm and implement creative fundraising ideas.

    • Assist with planning and organizing fundraising events and campaigns.

    • Utilize Facebook and Facebook Messenger to communicate with team members and supporters.

    • Commit 1-3 hours per week to fundraising activities (the number of hours may vary depending on the event).

    • Work independently and as part of a team to achieve fundraising goals.

    If you are enthusiastic, goal-oriented, and ready to make a positive impact, we want to hear from you!

  • Casual Volunteer

    Are you looking for a flexible way to make a difference in the lives of animals?

    Grateful Friends Animal Rescue is seeking individuals to join our team as casual volunteers.

    Responsibilities:

    • Help out whenever you'd like, with no set time commitment required.

    • Utilize Facebook and Facebook Messenger to communicate with our team and see volunteer opportunities.

    • Work independently and as part of a team to support various rescue activities.

    • Make a great first impression on behalf of Grateful Friends Animal Rescue.

    Qualifications:

    • Must have access to Facebook and Facebook Messenger.

    • Ability to work independently and as part of a team when needed.

    • Committed and dedicated to the mission of Grateful Friends Animal Rescue.

    • Willing to represent the organization in a positive manner and make a great first impression.

    If you are committed, dedicated, and passionate about animal welfare, we welcome you to join our team as a casual volunteer. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of animals in need.

    To get started, please submit a volunteer application.

  • Vaccine Team Member

    Are you passionate about the health and well-being of animals?

    Grateful Friends Animal Rescue is seeking dedicated individuals to join our Vaccine Team as volunteers.

    Responsibilities:

    • Administer booster vaccines to cats and dogs in our foster care program.

    • Commit 1-3 hours per week, with flexibility depending on the number of fosters needing vaccinations.

    • Utilize Facebook and Facebook Messenger to communicate with our team.

    • Build positive relationships with fosters.

    Qualifications:

    • Must have access to Facebook and Facebook Messenger.

    • Ability to work independently and as part of a team when needed.

    • Committed and dedicated to the mission of Grateful Friends Animal Rescue.

    • Comfortable giving booster vaccines to cats and dogs (experience preferred but willing to train if needed).

    • Must reside on the west side of Winnipeg (St. James, Crestview, Charleswood).

    If you are committed, dedicated, and passionate about animal welfare, we invite you to join our Vaccine Team and help ensure the health and happiness of our foster animals.

    To apply, please submit a volunteer application.

  • As the Garden City Supply House, you will manage the storage and distribution of essential supplies such as pet food, litter, litter boxes, kennels, and more. Your role ensures that our foster families have the supplies they need to care for their animals, and that donations are efficiently processed.

    Responsibilities:

    • Store supplies including pet food, litter, litter boxes, kennels, etc.

    • Facilitate drop-offs of donations (a drop-off bin can be provided by GFAR).

    • Organize and facilitate the pick-up of supplies needed by foster families.

    Qualifications:

    • Access to Facebook Messenger for effective communication.

    • A rodent-free area to store supplies

    Benefits:

    • Play a vital role in supporting our foster network.

    • Opportunity to work closely with a dedicated team passionate about helping animals.

  • As the St Vital Supply House, you will manage the storage and distribution of essential supplies such as pet food, litter, litter boxes, kennels, and more. Your role ensures that our foster families have the supplies they need to care for their animals, and that donations are efficiently processed.

    Responsibilities:

    • Store supplies including pet food, litter, litter boxes, kennels, etc.

    • Facilitate drop-offs of donations (a drop-off bin can be provided by GFAR).

    • Organize and facilitate the pick-up of supplies needed by foster families.

    Qualifications:

    • Access to Facebook Messenger for effective communication.

    • A rodent-free area to store supplies

    Benefits:

    • Play a vital role in supporting our foster network.

    • Opportunity to work closely with a dedicated team passionate about helping animals.

  • As the St James Supply House, you will manage the storage and distribution of essential supplies such as pet food, litter, litter boxes, kennels, and more. Your role ensures that our foster families have the supplies they need to care for their animals, and that donations are efficiently processed.

    Responsibilities:

    • Store supplies including pet food, litter, litter boxes, kennels, etc.

    • Facilitate drop-offs of donations (a drop-off bin can be provided by GFAR).

    • Organize and facilitate the pick-up of supplies needed by foster families.

    Qualifications:

    • Access to Facebook Messenger for effective communication.

    • A rodent-free area to store supplies

    Benefits:

    • Play a vital role in supporting our foster network.

    • Opportunity to work closely with a dedicated team passionate about helping animals.

  • As the Transcona Supply House, you will manage the storage and distribution of essential supplies such as pet food, litter, litter boxes, kennels, and more. Your role ensures that our foster families have the supplies they need to care for their animals, and that donations are efficiently processed.

    Responsibilities:

    • Store supplies including pet food, litter, litter boxes, kennels, etc.

    • Facilitate drop-offs of donations (a drop-off bin can be provided by GFAR).

    • Organize and facilitate the pick-up of supplies needed by foster families.

    Qualifications:

    • Access to Facebook Messenger for effective communication.

    • A rodent-free area to store supplies

    Benefits:

    • Play a vital role in supporting our foster network.

    • Opportunity to work closely with a dedicated team passionate about helping animals.

Only approved applicants will be contacted.

Grateful Friends Animal Rescue

Volunteer Application