Cat Rescue Volunteer Assistant

Fairytales and Tiny Tails Rescue is looking for a dedicated and compassionate Kitten Rescue Assistant to help us save the tiniest and most vulnerable kittens. This is a volunteer role where you’ll be working closely with our President, Vice-President, and team to provide care, support, and love to our kittens in need.

We need someone who is reliable, detail-oriented, and passionate about animal welfare. If you’re ready to open your heart to helping kittens, this is the position for you!

What You Will Do:

Adoption & Event Support

• Assist with setting up and breaking down adoption events.
• Help care for and monitor kittens at events to ensure their safety and comfort.
• Interact with potential adopters, answer basic questions, and help match kittens with families.

Supplies & Organization

• Organize and distribute kitten supplies, including food, litter, and medical items.
• Assist with preparing foster kits for new foster families.
• Help track inventory and notify the team when supplies need restocking.

Job Description
Fairytales and Tiny Tails Rescue is looking for a dedicated and compassionate Kitten Rescue Assistant to help us save the tiniest and most vulnerable kittens. This is a hands-on, in-person volunteer role where you’ll be working closely with our rescue team to provide care, support, and love to our kittens in need.

We need someone who is reliable, detail-oriented, and passionate about animal welfare. If you’re ready to get your hands dirty (sometimes literally!) and make a real impact, this role is for you!

What You Will Do:

Event Planning & Coordination

• Plan, organize, and coordinate fundraising events, adoption events, and community outreach activities.
• Work with vendors, venues, and sponsors to secure event locations, supplies, and partnerships.
• Develop event timelines, task lists, and budgets to ensure smooth execution.
• Assist with setting up and breaking down events.
• Interact with potential adopters, fosters, volunteers, and donors.
• Managing and assisting with projects and donation campaigns.

Other Duties as Needed

• Assist with organizing and distributing kitten supplies, including food, litter, and medical items.
• Transport kittens to and from vet appointments or foster homes (if available and comfortable doing so).
• Assist in emergency situations, such as helping with sick kittens or urgent rescue intakes.
• Support the team with various tasks as needed to keep operations running smoothly.
• Must have the availability to join team meetings
• Help to develop creative ideas to connect with potential supporters and businesses to build relationships and partnerships
• Research potential funding sources
• Work closely with our team to ensure all communications reflect our mission, tone, and goals.

What we are looking for:

• Passion for animal welfare and a strong desire to help rescue kittens.
• Ability to handling kittens of all ages, including fragile neonates, if needed.
• Ability to follow instructions and work well in a team.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to maintain a clean and organized space.
• Reliable and able to commit to a consistent schedule.

Time Commitment:

• Flexible scheduling, but regular availability is preferred.
• Must be able to attend most events.

Note: This position is VOLUNTEER and not paid.

If you are interested in this position, please answer the questions on the next page.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $5.00 per year

Expected hours: 5 – 30 per week

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift

Application Question(s):

• What pronouns do you go by?
• Do you have experience in animal welfare?
• Why do you want to volunteer with us?
• How do you think you can help our mission?

Ability to Commute:

• Columbus, OH 43236 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $5