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The first step to becoming a volunteer is is to attend a volunteer orientation. The training session lasts approximately 1-1/2 hours.

Please RSVP for a session by e-mailing the volunteer coordinator at amy.wladyka@wakegov.com. **At this time the minimum age to volunteer is 16 years old.  If you are under 18 years old, you must volunteer with a parent or guardian.  **




Orientation Schedule:

Thursday, August   5, at 6 p.m.
Thursday, August 12, at 6 p.m.
Thursday, August 19, at 6 p.m.
Thursday, August 26, at 6 p.m.

All orientations are held at the Wake County Adoption Center in the Education Room, unless otherwise indicated. Directions to center.

Please complete the volunteer application online.

Existing volunteers,  log in here.  To gain access please fill out an online application first.