Volunteer Opportunities
From fundraising to cleaning enclosures, we are 100% volunteer run. Our greatest need is help with daily animal care at the rescue in SE Portland. Join us! You can make a huge difference in the lives of these special creatures.
What does volunteering at the rescue look like?
Most of our work is done indoors, in tight quarters. Our daily cleaning of our 2′ x 4′ and 4′ x 4′ enclosures happens while the bunnies are in them, so we love on the buns as we care for their needs. Each enclosure is swept and wiped down, with a fresh blanket, clean potty box, clean bowl of water as well as toys, treats and a cozy place to hide. While enclosures are being cleaned, we are also doing laundry and cleaning and refilling potty boxes for the next day. We dust, clean toilets and sinks, and do daily and weekly chores in our space, as well as keeping our back yard and shed tidy. And, most important of all, we give our residents lots of love, grooming and socialization.
Do I need experience with bunnies?
While having experience with bunnies will help with the learning curve, it is not a requirement to volunteer at the rescue.
What are the physical requirements of volunteering?
The daily tasks at the rescue involve stooping down, lifting, twisting and maneuvering in tight quarters with lots of trip hazards, including some stairs. While none of what we do involves heavy lifting, volunteers should be able to navigate stairs and carry a basket of laundry with ease.
Can kids volunteer?
Kids 12 and above may volunteer with their parent volunteer. We are unable to accommodate drop-offs and unfortunately, do not have a space for guests to sit while their kids volunteer, so we ask that both parent and child volunteer together.
When can I volunteer?
Volunteers are needed every day of the week, and our greatest need is for those who can commit to a once weekly shift. Our volunteer shifts are two hours long and start as early as 7am. Most of our work happens between 10am and 2pm, though our hopeful goal is to be staffed all day, every day.
How do I get started?
Join us for a volunteer training session! Our 90 minute training sessions are designed to expose you to all the basics of caring for the buns at the rescue. We work mostly indoors, so it’s best to wear comfy clothes and lightweight shoes. Our space is tight, so trainings are limited to a max of 3 people. We respectfully request that those who attend training are interested in a once weekly volunteer shift.
What other volunteer opportunities are there?
We always need foster families for our bunnies and guinea pigs!
Besides that, we need helpers to groom bunnies, assist with fundraising, help with marketing and PR, and help with photography, social media and special events.
