Alachua County Humane Society

The Alachua County Humane Society is dedicated to the rehabilitation and advocacy of animals who are neglected and homeless.   

Website: http://www.alachuahumane.org/home/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=4&Itemid=25 

Contact: (352) 373-5855 x 11, evenness@alachuahumane.org
2029 NW 6^th St, Gainesville, FL 32609 

What they do: The Alachua County Humane Society brings in animals for treatment, rehabilitation, and then facilitates their adoption into loving homes.   

What YOU can do to help: Volunteers are needed in the following areas: 

Animal Care: cat cuddling, dog walking, animal care giving, adoption advocacy, pet grooming 

Events (such as Adopt-a-thons): set up and break down of temporary structures, transportation of animals, answering customer questions, maintenance of adoption area, sale of merchandise 

Gardening: mowing the grass, trimming trees and shrubs, planting flowers 

Administrative Support: typing letters, delivering items to businesses, making phone calls, filing records, posting flyers, making brochures 

Facility Maintenance: fixing and building things 

Thrift Store: sorting, pricing, selling items; picking up donated items; deliver un-needed items to charities 

Foster Homes: taking care of a cat, dog, puppy, or kitten in your home  

Foster Application: http://www.alachuahumane.org/home/images/pdf/foster-application.pdf 

To volunteer, fill out the Online Volunteer Application and Volunteer Release Form.

Online Volunteer Application: https://www.volgistics.com/ex/portal.dll/ap?AP=743018318 

Volunteer Release Form: https://www.volgistics.com/ex/portal.dll/ap?AP=1613246795 

Another way to help is by donating household items to their Thrift, Gift, and Pet Supply Shop, 2029 NW 6^th St, Gainesville, FL 32609 

Hours: Monday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Tuesday – Saturday 10 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.; Closed Sunday 

You can also help by donating items from the Alachua County Humane Society’s Wish List: kitty litter, litter scoops, laundry detergent, bleach, dish detergent, dog treats, cat treats, bathroom rugs, dog collars, cat carriers, dog crates, leashes, baby shampoo, paper towels, hand soap.