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We are still limiting contact because of the virus. We are working on virtual tours and volunteer opportunities. Please join our Facebook volunteer page to stay up-to-date with opportunities! 

Individual On-Property Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteering at Free to Live is a fun, rewarding experience and it makes a huge difference in the lives of our animals! There are plenty of volunteering options to choose from and our calendar below displays available times to participate.

All volunteer positions require closed-toe shoes and clothing you don’t mind getting dirty!

Winter Schedule:

We are open to cattery volunteers: *Please note you must be 14 to work alone in the cattery. You will need to have a waiver signed by your parent upon arrival and we ask that your parent stay the first shift with you. 

Monday/Tuesday/Thursday/Friday – 10 a.m. to noon – Clean and wash litter boxes.
1 p.m. to 3 p.m. – Spray off Patios

Kennel volunteers: *Please note you must be 18 to work alone in the kennels. If you would like to bring children to interact with the dogs, the best time is during our Cat and Dog Fun Days on the first and third Saturdays of each month. 

Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday/Friday – 10 a.m. to noon – Scoop Kennel Runs
1 p.m. to 3 p.m. – Laundry and Dishes

Enrichment Times for Dogs: We need volunteers to sit with the dogs each day in our big dog walks. This time allows them to get out of their pens and experience a new environment. We have spots for two volunteers each day.
Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday/Friday – 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
11 a.m. to Noon
1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Once you reserve your spot, please arrive 15 min. prior to your shift to complete needed paperwork. No-show shifts will be banned from volunteering in the future. If you are under 18, your parent will need to accompany you on your first visit to sign necessary paperwork.

Event Volunteers

Adoption events are one of the most rewarding volunteer experiences at Free to Live. You get to know the dogs one on one AND you help find these deserving pups a forever home. You must be 18 to volunteer alone at these events. Kids younger than 18 will need a parent present.

PetSmart Adoption Event
First and Third Saturdays of Each Month
11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Edmond PetSmart on Broadway

Want to learn more about being a regular PetSmart volunteer? Email: info@freetoliveok.org

We are adding Fifth Saturday A1 Adoption Events in 2020! Please email us if you would like to volunteer: info@freetoliveok.org.
Saturday, February 29: 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Saturday, May 30: 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Saturday, August 29: 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Saturday, October 31: 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Family Visits

We love our Free to Live families and we love when parents want to share animals with their children! The best time for families with kids younger than 14 to visit is on the first and third Saturdays of each month for Cat and Dog Fun Days. You can hang in dog walk with pups, or spend some time petting cats on the patios. It’s a fluffy win for everyone!

Upcoming Dates:
February 1 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
February 15 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
March 7 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
March 21 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
April 4 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
April 18 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Volunteer Groups of Five or More

On 20-acres and with 300 animals, our needs vary based on season. We often utilize work groups to complete large projects on property

We have the following winter projects we would love a group to complete:
Some of the projects have a donation opportunity for groups who are interested.

Flower Bed Prep for Spring  
(Possible donation opportunity: gardening gloves and tools)

Painting front property Pergola 
(We would love to have  groups donate paint and supplies to this project)

Painting Runs in Cattery  
(We would love to have  groups donate paint and supplies to this project)

Painting Beams and Furniture in Main Cattery Patio
(Our current patio is white – we would love a neutral color for our cats)

Spring Cleaning the Maintenance Shop
(No supplies needed)

Tear Down Old Shed
(No supplies needed)

Scrubbing and Deep Cleaning in our Senior Dog House
(No supplies needed)

Enrichment Toy Prep
(We have enough frisbees to hang on the dog runs. We need them to be attached to hooks and filled with peanut butter. We also have Kongs for everyone on property)

(We would love to have a group purchase dixie cups and plant a cat grass treat for all of our cat residents)

Work groups should plan on arriving by 10 a.m. and allowing at least 2-3 hours for their projects.  We like to wrap each visit with some fun time in dog walk or in the cattery playing with the residents. 

We host large groups on available Saturdays throughout the year. Please email info@freetoliveok.org with your preferred project and requested Saturday. We believe in slow love just like our senior animals out here, so please allow at least five days for a scheduling response. It is important to schedule early to reserve your date and project. 

Want to be added to our volunteer email list? Please fill out the form below.

(405) 282-8617 | P.O. Box 5884 Edmond, OK 73083-5884
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