Want a way to help "Hoo" outside of donations? Volunteer! We are always looking for extra hands to help take care of the animals and upkeep our facility! We ask that you are at least 14 years old and can follow directions well. We have had mother/father and son/daughter duos. Please contact us at 815-629-2212. Individuals under 18 will need guardian's consent.

Volunteer responsibilities include:

• Coming in at 8:30 and working until Noon (this is the usual hours worked, discuss times with Karen) and  wearing old clothes

• Preparing food for the animals

• Cleaning pens

• Changing out old water for fresh water 

• General upkeep (cleaning counters, dishes, laundry)

Depending on experience and age:​

• Helping with physical therapy and/or triage

• Helping and registering intakes

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Interning

 College students who are interested in earning college credits and valuable leadership skills and experience may submit a resume to apply for an internship. Interns are offered housing on-site and must work 4 times a week (can work more!) Interns will have similar responsibilites to that of volunteers, but will also be more hands on with treatment of animals. Some may watch the treatment and/or triage process and, in some cases, help. If you are interested in applying for the internship, please contact us at 815-629-2212. 

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Thank you for helping our mission and Mother Nature!