MSPCA Adoption Centers Volunteer Philosophy
Volunteers are an integral pillar of the MSPCA team and are critical to the success of our mission to protect animals, relieve their suffering, advance their health and welfare, prevent cruelty, and work for a just and compassionate society. Through their unique talents, knowledge, and care volunteers improve the lives of the animals we encounter through our programs and in our communities. Together, staff and volunteers act as positive role models as we strive to provide an integrated culture of kindness and support for the animals in our community and the people that love them.
Thank you for being here! We are looking for volunteers who are compassionate and kind, collaborative and dependable. In 2025, a total of 142 volunteers served over 8,700 hours of volunteer service! If you are passionate about the mission of the MSPCA, we would love for you to join the team.
Current volunteer opportunities are listed below. Click on a role below to read a more detailed description of responsibilities, requirements and available shifts. The application link is included at the bottom of each page. Please apply to the position that most aligns with your interests and availability. All volunteer roles require regular access to email and internet and most require a weekly commitment on a set day and time.
We will open and close volunteer position listings as our needs change. Don’t see anything fitting your availability, experience, and interests? Check back later!
Summer Volunteer Opportunities
We offer internship opportunities for high school and college students who are interested in learning about a career in animal welfare. This position is posted in March and closes by May.
Are you on the Cape for the summer and looking to volunteer? Our Shelter Care, Kennel Support, and Cat Care roles are great for a three month commitment. Please apply for a seasonal position by May 1st, and kindly note the required seasonal commitment is generally 2 shifts per week.
Are you a snowbird and return to the Cape every summer? Please contact the volunteer coordinator to discuss other volunteer commitment options.
Frequently Asked Questions
Before reviewing open roles, we suggest reading through our FAQ page to learn about the volunteer onboarding process and answer any questions you may have!
Volunteer FAQ’s
Other questions? Contact the Program Coordinator at capevolunteer@mspca.org or call 508-775-4112.
Join MSPCA Run Club!
Are you an avid runner and an animal lover? Or are you running for the first time and looking for some company? MSPCA Cape Cod is looking for runners of all experience levels to join our volunteer Run Club and help with exercising some of our shelter dogs!
You will get the opportunity to make an impact on our dogs by providing them much needed exercise and some quality time outside of the shelter. Our population varies week to week, so you will have the opportunity to frequently meet new dogs! All levels of runners are welcome!
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Group Opportunities
The availability of on-property tasks for groups is limited. We encourage school groups and civic organizations to hold a supply drive benefiting our Community Outreach pet food pantry. These are hugely helpful! Our most common needs are wet and dry cat food, wet and dry dog food, dog and cat toys, and cat litter. If your corporate group is interested in an on-property group volunteer opportunity in exchange for a monetary donation to MSPCA-Angell, please visit our Corporate Volunteer Program page for more information.
The MSPCA-Cape Cod was honored to be a part of Cape Cod Senior Navigator’s show about volunteers for seniors! Please watch and share about the incredible opportunities for seniors to make a difference on Cape Cod and beyond.
