Making a Difference Through Volunteer Service
At the Darlington County Humane Society, every volunteer makes a life-changing impact. More than 3,000 animals come through our doors each year, and your time, compassion, and skills help them heal, grow, and find their forever homes.
Whether you can give a few hours each week or one afternoon a month, there’s a place for you here. Volunteers are truly the heart of what we do.
Volunteer Opportunities
We have something for everyone! Whether you love working directly with animals, supporting events, or helping behind the scenes, your time and talents make a lasting impact.
Animal Care & Enrichment: Help our dogs and cats feel loved and ready for adoption. Walk dogs, play with cats, help with feeding, or just spend quality time offering affection and socialization.
Kennel & Shelter Support: Keep our shelter running smoothly! Volunteers help clean kennels, wash bowls and laundry, organize supplies, and make sure every animal has a clean, cozy space to rest.
Transport Team: Join our lifesaving transport crew! Help drive animals to vet appointments, spay/neuter clinics, rescue partners, or adoption events. Flexible scheduling and high impact!
Administrative & Office Help: Support our daily operations by assisting with data entry, filing, answering phones, organizing donations, or helping with outreach mailings. Every little bit helps!
Events & Fundraising: Be part of our signature events like Evening Under the Oaks, Rescue Brew, and the Green Collar Golf Tournament. Help with setup, guest check-in, or event logistics while sharing our mission with the community.
Community & School Groups: We welcome school clubs, civic groups, church organizations, and local businesses to get involved! Host donation drives, organize supply days, or volunteer together for service hours.
Creative & Media Support: Put your creativity to work! Help photograph adoptable pets, create social media content, or capture behind-the-scenes moments that tell the story of rescue at DCHS.
Get Started with Get Connected
We’re excited to launch our new volunteer platform, Get Connected!
Through your personal account, you can:
Sign up for New Volunteer Orientation
View upcoming volunteer opportunities
Track your hours and badges
See your community impact grow
Stay connected with our volunteer team
Group & School Partnerships
Community organizations and local schools (public and private) are encouraged to partner with DCHS! We offer opportunities for monthly volunteer hours, student credit programs, and group service projects.
Want to host a volunteer event or day of service?
Contact us at volunteering@darlingtonhumane.org to get started.
Ready to Help Save Lives?
We can’t wait to welcome you to the DCHS volunteer family. Together, we’re giving hope, love, and second chances to animals across Darlington County.
