Volunteers are essential to the operation of our shelter. The number of animals housed at our facility far exceed the capacity of our full time staff. Your volunteer service is needed and appreciated. We expect that volunteers can contribute a minimum of 50 hours per year.

Volunteers are required to purchase a volunteer t-shirt ($7.00) and name badge ($7.00). We can find a job that satisfies your skills and your interests. Volunteers must be at least 18 years old to work with the animals.

Youth Volunteer Program
The purpose of the youth volunteer program, which will meet once a month, is to involve the youth throughout the York community in York County SPCA activities. Click here to view/download the youth volunteer program application. Age requirements for the youth group is age 13-17. No exceptions please. Youth volunteers may not have contact with the shelter animals.

Who do we need?
Dog Walkers, Dog Groomers, Cat Room Cleaners, Cat Brushing, Grooming, Socialization, General Housekeeping, Clerical help, Fundraising, Laundry assistants. We are particularly short of dog walkers on Wednesday and Friday.