Ferntree Gully locals with a passion for animals and giving back to the community are being encouraged to donate some time to support our four-legged friends.
RSPCA Victoria is looking for nearly 200 new volunteers to help run its op shops after numbers dropped during the pandemic.
RSPCA Victoria volunteer program manager Nadine Hutchins said they rely on their op shops to fund their work caring for and protecting animals.
“Like many other charities, our volunteer numbers dropped during the pandemic which is why we’re calling on locals to sign up and help us out,” she said.
RSPCA Victoria is looking for locals aged 18 years and over from all walks of life to volunteer at one of eight op shop locations around the state, including the Ferntree Gully branch.
Op shop volunteers are asked to commit to regular weekly or fortnightly three to four hour shifts where possible; however casual volunteering is also appreciated.
Ms Hutchins said all volunteers receive full training and perform a range of tasks including customer service, sorting goods and merchandising.
“We’re looking for people with a few hours to spare each week or each fortnight who love their community and are passionate about helping animals in need,” she said.
The op shops are also looking for more donations of winter clothing and some homewares.
RSPCA Victoria cares for over 14,000 animals every year and by volunteering in our op shops you can make a real difference for them.
RSPCA recognises that volunteering isn’t suitable for everyone, and there are other ways to support the organisation’s op shops.
To apply to be a volunteer please visit: https://rspcavic.org/rspca-victoria-op-shops-volunteer/
