Volunteer
Volunteers are an integral part of our organization. Without them, we could not rescue and find loving homes for the 1400+ kittens and cats that VOKRA takes in each year. There are several ways to participate in our organization.
One Note About Commitment:
We would appreciate a six-month pledge of time from volunteers. The act of volunteering is a self-less one, allowing us to gain new skills, new friends and a new perspective. It has been said that volunteering is not for the faint of heart. It requires dedication, reliability, learning and commitment. When you volunteer, you give a part of yourself, your time, your energy and your skills. It can be a one-time event or a life-time activity.
* FOSTERING
Foster homes are the heart of VOKRA. By not having a central shelter, we minimize disease transmission and maximize socialization for our feline family members. Please visit our Fostering page for more information on becoming a VOKRA foster parent.
* FINANCIAL ASSISTANT
The Financial Assistant performs routine financial tasks including deposits, accounts payable and receivable, record keeping and reporting. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO.
* DRIVERS
We need people to help with the transport of cats and kittens to veterinary hospitals and to foster homes. We ask for a time commitment of at least one trip per week. Fill out this form and email it to Gina@vokra.ca
* TRAPPING TEAM
(Currently we have no one to train our trappers. If you know how to trap, please volunteer and may be even volunteer to train others!)
Our Trapping Program operates as both a service and a resource for information/referrals. This program is the front line in our effort to curb feral cat breeding, and it involves intense, direct contact with cats and kittens. Program participants also work directly with the public, local veterinarians and their staff. VOKRA traps feral cats and kittens for spay/neuter surgeries; we then transport trapped cats to veterinary offices or clinics, and to shelters or foster homes. Volunteers must be reliable, patient, and able to interact positively with a variety of people. Prior experience with cats, especially feral cats, is beneficial but not mandatory. Training is provided, along with all materials and supplies. Hours vary but are generally in the evening.
* FUNDRAISING COMMITTEE
Develop and execute ideas for fundraising.
* CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP
Help locate corporate sponsorship/funding.
* MARKETING PERSONS
Help promote VOKRA through public relations. Helping spread the word about our association.
* AD PLACEMENT VOLUNTEERS
Place ads on free online websites posting featured cats for adoptions, donations requests etc. This person would also need to be able to reply to inquiries and arrange pick up for any incoming donations. (Time to commmit: few hours /week)
* LAWYER
To provide legal advice when necessary.
* TREASURER
To Manage and report on the association's finances.
* EVENT PLANNER
Help plan, organize and run special event. This could be fundraisers or promotional events.
* SPECIAL EVENTS VOLUNTEERS
Help with promotional events and to be the lead behind some fundraising events.
* WRITER
Help contribute VOKRA related pieces to blogs, social media and our quarterly Mewsletter.
* GRANT WRITERS
Write letters and apply for grants.
Read our blog to find out more about what we have been up to.
Our Media page contains recent news coverage of VOKRA.
And check out our Videos and Kitty Cams section for VOKRA and our kitties online.
