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.

• Volunteers must be at least 15 years old and can volunteer on a trial basis.
  A parent/guardian must accompany minors at all times.

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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 Care Assistant (Starts at 11 AM - 1 PM)

Helps transition disabled goats from their cribs into wheelchairs or elevated beds for the day and maintains a clean, organized indoor environment.

 

Responsibilities include:

 

• Safely lifting and repositioning goats from cribs to wheelchairs or beds (training provided)

• Refreshing bedding

• Cleaning and sanitizing PVC cribs

• Removing used hay or straw

• Keeping the indoor barn area organized

 

This role requires comfort with hands-on care and the ability to safely lift disabled goats weighing up to 50 lbs. Goats may have limited mobility, contracted limbs, or sudden movements, so proper technique and attentiveness are essential for the goats’ safety and comfort.

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Best for someone who is steady, physically capable and committed to doing essential hands-on work with care and consistency.

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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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