Volunteer with Us!

We're looking for dependable volunteers who live within about an hour of Franklin, NC (28734).

If you're willing to do hands-on, physical work and commit to a regular schedule, we'd love to hear from you.

Please complete the volunteer application below to get started.

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Volunteering Tips

• Boots or closed-toed shoes with good tread are required.

• Expect to get dirty — dress for the weather and for outdoor work!

• Work gloves are helpful but optional.

• Drinking water is always available.

• For safety and liability reasons, volunteers must be 18 years of age or older.

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Reliability is essential. Our animals depend on consistent care.

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VOLUNTEER ROLES

Below are the roles available for selection in our application. Training is provided for every position.

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Feeder (8 AM - 10 AM)

Responsible for the morning feeding routine across barns. Duties include:

• Preparing and measuring feed

• Adding supplements

• Distributing hay

• Refreshing water

• Making sure all animals are fed accurately and consistently

 

Ideal for someone who works well independently and moves steadily through tasks.

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General Barn Care (9 AM – 12 PM)

Focused on daily upkeep and cleaning across several barns and outdoor areas. Tasks include:

 

• Cleaning barns

• Sweeping

• Restocking hay and minerals

• Refreshing waters

• Assisting with basic chores in multiple areas

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Best for someone who enjoys steady, hands-on barn work.

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Disabled Barn Feeder (9 AM - 11 AM)

Responsible for feeding the disabled goats inside the barn. Duties include:

 

• Mixing each goat’s individualized feed

• Adding supplements

• Offering fresh water

• Ensuring the correct diet is given to each goat

 

This role requires strong attention to detail and the ability to follow written or verbal instructions carefully. Tasks are not physically demanding, but accuracy is critical for the goats’ health and safety.

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Disabled Barn Reset Crew (Starts at 11 AM - approximately 1-2 PM)

This role focuses on cleaning and resetting the disabled barn after goats have been positioned for the day. A clean, dry environment is critical to keeping the goats comfortable, safe, and well cared for. 

 

Best suited for someone efficient, thorough, and able to complete tasks to a high standard without cutting corners.  

 

Responsibilities include:

 

• Removing all soiled bedding, hay, and waste

• Cleaning and sanitizing PVC cribs thoroughly

• Resetting beds with fresh, dry bedding

• Wiping down surfaces and high contact areas

• Keeping the barn cleaned, stocked, and organized

 

This is a physically active, detail-driven cleaning role. It requires consistency and a clear understanding that cleanliness directly impacts the health and comfort of the disabled goats. ​

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Best suited for someone efficient, thorough, and able to complete tasks to a high standard without cutting corners.

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Goat Nanny (Indoor/Outdoor • 12 PM – 4 PM)

Supports our disabled goats while they are up for the day. Responsibilities include:

 

• Monitoring interactions and preventing headbutting

• Offering water and ensuring accessibility

• Preventing wheelchair straps from tangling

• Light sweeping and general tidy-up in their area

• Supporting goats who need assistance with mobility or routine tasks

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Best for someone who is steady, observant, physically capable, and willing to remain actively involved throughout the shift. 

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EXPECTATIONS

Please consider your availability before applying. Our animals depend on consistent care, and reliability matters here. 

We are entirely volunteer-run — and every person here plays a part in keeping the sanctuary going.

We ask each volunteer to uphold the core values our sanctuary is built on:

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Commitment • Respect • Reliability • Honesty • Compassion • Kindness

 

Your consistency directly affects the safety and well-being of our residents.

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READY TO JOIN US?

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Complete the volunteer application below and tell us which role(s) you’re interested in. 

 

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