Humane Fort Wayne operates entirely on the generosity of animal lovers in our community. Humane Fort Wayne is a no-kill shelter! Humane Fort Wayne is 100% donor-funded.
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Volunteer

Our Volunteers are the Life Force of our Organization!

From helping to distribute pet food, to sitting with shy dogs, to assisting in surgery & wellness – and everything in between, our volunteers help us keep the wheels running and achieve our mission.

Already a Volunteer?

Due to the big move to our new facility, not all volunteer applications will be open as we work on transitioning.
Thank you for your patience. 

Flexible Volunteer Opportunities

Humane Fort Wayne Pet Food Pantry logo

Sign up for your volunteer shift now to help feed pets in our community across Allen County. No commitment required. Click below to sign up for one of the days below:

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Tails on Trails

Take a short orientation and check out a dog for a pup cup or the whole day! You can explore our beautiful local trails or visit your favorite Paw Friendly business.

Volunteer Hours
for School or Community Service

Do you need to complete mandatory volunteer hours?
Fill out the form below!

Want To Donate More Time?

Our clinic, shelter, and local PetSmarts are always looking for regular, committed volunteers.
Read more about each location to see if you might be a good fit.

Spay/Neuter & Wellness Clinic

1333 Maycrest Drive Fort Wayne, Indiana 46805

Want to help pet owners have access to low cost Spay, Neuter & Wellness Services? Apply to join our Clinic Team! Volunteers at this location must commit to a weekly or every-other-week schedule for at least 6 months. Volunteer shifts are available Monday through Friday.

Adoption Center & Shelter

901 Leesburg Road

Interested in caring for our animals at our shelter location? Volunteers at this location are required to complete a minimum of 4 hours per month for a minimum of 6 months and stay current on additional training and procedures. Volunteer shifts are available every day.

Fort Wayne PetSmart Stores

Lima • Maysville • Apple Glen

Interested in caring for and socializing our adoptable cats at a PetSmart location? Volunteers at this location are required to commit to one day a week for at least 6 months.

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Hours & Locations

SHELTER:
901 Leesburg Road
Fort Wayne, IN 46808
Phone: 260 744-0454

SHELTER HOURS:
Monday: CLOSED
Tuesday–Friday: 11AM–6PM
Saturday–Sunday: 11AM–4PM

CLINIC:
1333 Maycrest Drive
Fort Wayne, Indiana 46805
Phone: 260 420-7729

CLINIC BUSINESS HOURS:
Monday–Friday: 8AM-5PM
Saturday–Sunday: CLOSED
Click here for Walk-In Wellness Hours!