“If we are to reach [the] world… we shall have to begin with children.” — Mahatma Gandhi
At Seattle Humane, we recognize the importance of fostering and nurturing our community’s youth with lifelong skills. Leadership, advocacy, and compassion are just some of the skills we are looking to support in our youth. That’s why we are excited to unveil our new program geared to young teens 12-17 years old, Teens for Animals!
Focusing on the unique and profound human-animal bond, Teens for Animals (TFA) strives to teach youth the importance of being an advocate and educator within their community of peers, family and friends.
While exploring the responsibilities of pet ownership and learning of the important role pets play in our community, teens will learn how to be a compassionate civic-minded leader and team player of their own respective communities.
For those who discover a deep passion in animal welfare, TFA will provide an excellent platform for exploring and conceptualizing career opportunities!
TFA will meet 12 p.m. – 2 p.m. on designated Saturdays starting November through May. Class sessions are a combination of animal interaction, classroom activities, and welfare advocacy. We cover everything from puppy mills to feline behavior. Learn more about our program and requirements here!
If Teens for Animals sounds like a perfect program for you, or a teen that you know, hurry and apply now!
The extended deadline for this one-of-a-kind program is November 17th. There is a low enrollment fee of $25 per applicant. This fee helps cover costs of running the program, and will include supplies for teens – a teen volunteer t-shirt, name tag and binder.
We are committed to making our programs accessible to all, if you are unable to cover the enrollment fee, please submit a scholarship request at the end of the application.
My 14 year old daughter would love a chance to gain experience and volunteer at the humane society ?
Preferably the Bellevue location.
She loves all animals (almost all animals) and wishes we could get more animals but unfortunately where we live that is not possible. She thought this could be the perfect opportunity for her.
When she does turn 16 she wants to officially apply for employment at the humane society.
Please let me know if there are any opportunities like that at the humane society located in Bellevue.
Thank you in advance for taking the time to read this email and I look forward to your response.