Volunteer at Chase Sanctuary
Our volunteers are an integral part of our animals' well-being, sociability, and overall happiness — and help spread awareness for the plight of endangered species worldwide.
Be Part of Something Meaningful
Volunteers are the heartbeat of Chase Sanctuary. Every hour you give directly improves the lives of our resident animals and helps us share our conservation mission with a wider community.
We are looking for passionate, dedicated individuals to assist with the daily care and enrichment of our animals. No prior experience is required — just a genuine love for animals and a willingness to learn.
Volunteer here, or from home
Every volunteer picks one of two paths. You can switch later, and some people do both.
At the Sanctuary
On-site shifts in Webster, Florida — with the animals and with our guests.
Four areas to choose from, and you're welcome in more than one:
- Animal Care — feeding, cleaning, enrichment, socialization
- Tour Guide — leading guests and telling our animals' stories
- Gift Shop — retail floor, restocking, guest checkout
- Snack Shop — food service and concessions during visiting hours
At Home
Outreach work from anywhere — no drive to Webster required.
One role, done from anywhere:
- Reaching out for donations — you ask your own network to support the animals
- Birthday campaigns — ask supporters to run a Facebook birthday fundraiser; they get a discount on a visit for doing it
Volunteer Responsibilities
On-site volunteers train across four core areas of daily animal care.
Socializing & Exercising Animals
Spend quality time with our animals, helping them stay mentally stimulated, socially engaged, and physically active. This is one of the most impactful things a volunteer can do for their well-being.
Training
Work alongside our keepers to reinforce positive behaviors and support enrichment activities. You'll learn hands-on animal training techniques used in professional sanctuary settings.
Cleaning Pens & Habitats
A clean, safe habitat is essential to animal health. Volunteers play a vital role in maintaining enclosures so our animals have the best possible environment to thrive in.
Feeding
Assist with preparing and distributing carefully planned diets for our animals. Every meal matters — proper nutrition is foundational to their health and longevity.
Volunteer Application
Complete our volunteer application to get started. Once submitted, our team will be in touch with next steps and available scheduling.
The Volunteer Application Fee covers the cost of your first Chase t-shirt and handbook, which you will receive on your first day of training. It is due at the time of application.
Your First Days at Chase
Apply and reserve your spot
Submit your application and pay the volunteer fee to secure your spot.
Schedule orientation
Our team will reach out to schedule your orientation and first shift.
Get your kit
Receive your Chase t-shirt and handbook on your first day of training.
Start on the floor
Shadow experienced keepers and begin hands-on work with the animals.
Explore Our Internship Program
Looking for a deeper commitment? Our internship program provides hands-on experience, academic credit, references, and housing for students pursuing careers in animal care and conservation.