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Join our Community of Caring and Volunteer

So, you love animals and want to lend a helping hand to the pets in your community? Well, you’ve come to the right place!

The Anti-Cruelty Society has provided shelter and medical care for hundreds of thousands of animals since 1899. Volunteers make our continued success possible by helping throughout our shelter, adoption centers, veterinary clinic, and even from the comfort of their own homes, as well as many other places around the community.

The Anti-Cruelty Society relies on our volunteers to help us care for animals in need.  With more than 600 people giving of their time and talents, our dedicated volunteers provide over 50,000 hours each year to support the work of the Society. 

Volunteering can be onsite  The Anti-Cruelty Society or in the community. Whether you choose to help at our main adoption center at 510 N. LaSalle Drive, or you want to connect at our satellite facility at 1101 S. Canal Street, or help at a community event, there are many ways you can help us in our mission to assist Chicago’s animals that are most in need. And there are different opportunities for different people. 

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“There are so many wonderful pets out there, young and old, purebred and mutt, just waiting for a second chance and a loving home.”

Kevin A.
Chicago, IL

"I love the hands-on work that I do with the animals. There is nothing more rewarding than getting a wet, sloppy kiss from one of my furry friends."

Dolores A.
Chicago, IL

"We are one team with one goal and unparalleled satisfaction as we all join forces at The Anti-Cruelty Society to help wonderful animals find their forever homes!"

David N.
Chicago, IL

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  • What We Do
    • Adoption
      • Available Animals
      • Adoption Process
      • Adoption Locations
      • Post Adoptions Services
      • Special Adoption Programs
      • Recent Adoptions
      • Adoption Stories
      • Adoption FAQ
    • Clinic
      • About Spay/Neuter
      • Make an Appointment
      • Surgery Instructions
      • Low Income Services
      • End of Life Services
      • Clinic FAQ
    • Programs
      • Dog Training
      • Kids and Family
        • Virtual Story Time With Muffin
      • Teen Programs
      • Adult Programs
      • Group Programs
      • Community Programs
      • Education Programs
      • Friends Who Care
    • Helping Pets
      • Surrender Your Pet
      • Home-to-Home Shelter Bypass
      • Report Abuse
      • Lost & Found Pets
      • Feral Trap/Neuter/Return Program
      • Pets and Seniors
      • Emergency Preparedness
      • Pet Wellness Fairs
      • Behavior Helpline
      • SAFE
    • Heroes Work Here
  • How to Help
    • Ways to Give
      • Bark From The Heart
      • Planned Giving and Bequests
      • Donate Now
      • Naming Opportunities & Tributes
      • Supporters and Partners
      • Other Ways to Give
      • Development Council
      • Events
      • Shop With Us
      • Wish List
    • Volunteer
      • Become a Volunteer
      • Adult Volunteers
      • Kids and Family Volunteers
      • Teen Volunteers
      • Group Volunteers
      • Volunteer Stories
      • Volunteer Resources
      • Volunteer FAQ
    • Foster
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      • Become a Foster
      • Emergency Relief Fosters
      • Adoption Ambassadors
      • Foster Resources
      • Foster Stories
      • Foster FAQ
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      • Bark in the Park
      • Holiday Merch
      • Pints for Pets
      • Team Anti-Cruelty
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      • Dog Care
      • Cat Care
      • Small Animal Care
    • Local Resources
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      • Pet Deposit Subsidy Program
      • Dog-Friendly Parks
      • Find a Veterinarian
      • Pet Loss Support Group
      • Pet Food Pantries
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