Becoming A Volunteer

Commitment Policy:

• Volunteers are expected to come in on a weekly basis (3.5 hours) and to notify the hospital if they are unable to come in for their regular shift.
• Volunteers should be able to commit to volunteering for at least 3 months.

Age Restrictions:

Those under 16 years of age are not eligible to volunteer on FWH property.

       Students ages 16 and 17:

• Must complete 30 hours within 4 months for paperwork for school to be signed off.
• Must have a Permission Form signed by a parent or legal guardian.

Other Restrictions:

• We do not accept any court-ordered community service.
• Peanuts are a common ingredient in our animals’ diets. If you have a peanut allergy this may not be a good match for your volunteer needs.

Application Process:

• Submit application online.
• Pass a criminal background check.
• Attend one 1-hour online orientation
• Pay $40 fee which covers t-shirt, name badge, on-boarding paperwork, and a 1-year membership to the Florida Wildlife Hospital.
• Attend one 3-hour training day after attending orientation.
• Agree to and sign our Liability Release and all policies related to FWH.

Please understand that acceptance to the Volunteer Program is not automatic or guaranteed.