Needs From: Volunteer Center of Brown County

Thank you for your interest in becoming a Zoo Ambassador at the NEW Zoo! Zoo Ambassadors facilitate interactions between our animals and guests, and help our guests make connections to the animals. Zoo Ambassadors learn how to use empathy to connect our guests with animals in the zoo.

Children's Zoo shifts are  typically 2 hours long, from 10am-12pm or from 12pm-2pm. At some times of the year, shift hours may vary. Shifts are available 7 days a week, 365 days a year. After you complete training, you can set your own schedule according to your availability by signing up to supervise the shift(s) of your choice. Must be aged 15+ for this opportunity, unless working with a chaperone. Kids aged 8-14 can volunteer with an adult as partners. 

Recruitment is ongoing. Contact the Zoo to learn more, or get started by completing the volunteer application on the Zoo's website at newzoo.org/get-involved/volunteer

The NEW Zoo is looking for volunteers who are interested in supervising the Giraffe Feeding Experience! 

The Feeding Experience is a daily opportunity for volunteers to be involved in, to support the NEW Zoo. You set your own schedule after training by signing up for open shifts whenever you would like to supervise a feeding sessions. Sessions are typically 2. 5 hours long, with some variation seasonally. 

It’s a great opportunity for those who enjoy working with people – as we’ll teach you how to interact with our visitors and help them make amazing connections with our lovable giraffes, Nigel, Eddie, and Zuri!  Of course, you’ll also get to build some pretty special relationships with the giraffes themselves. Scheduling is flexible.

You must first become a member of our Regular Volunteer Program in order to attend a Giraffe Ambassador Training. Complete an application online today at www.newzoo.org/get-involved/volunteer to get started!

If you have any questions about the Giraffe Ambassador Program, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator through email or by calling 920-662-2405.

The Wisconsin Humane Society Green Bay Campus is looking for volunteers to help support the shelter. We are specifically in need of Foster Assistants to help with data driven support of animals placed in homes, both remotely and on-site. If you are interested in volunteering, please visit our website Volunteer | Wisconsin Humane Society to learn more about our program and how to become a volunteer.

Thank you for your interest in volunteering at the Wisconsin Humane Society Green Bay Campus! Every day, volunteers help improve the lives of animals and they each play a vital role in the success of our shelters which care for more than 65,000 animals each year. Please go to our website, Volunteer | Wisconsin Humane Society, to find more information about our volunteer program at the Green Bay Campus and how to become a volunteer.  

Our Activities Department is welcoming compassionate volunteers to spend meaningful time with residents in our Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Skilled Nursing & Rehab Center. We have various locations: De Pere, Appleton, Peshtigo, Marinette, Weston, Rhinelander, and WI Rapids. 

1:1 social visits with residents

Therapy-certified animal visits

Helping with arts and crafts, bingo, and games

Playing cards, board games, and doing puzzles

Manicures

Leading Bible studies or faith-based activities

Supporting residents with hobbies they enjoy

We also love group volunteers! Student organizations, community groups, and clubs are encouraged to volunteer together.

We happily host choir, theater, dance, and music groups who want to rehearse or perform for residents.

Volunteering with seniors creates powerful connections. Your time helps reduce loneliness, brings joy and purpose to residents, and offers volunteers a deeply rewarding experience. Many volunteers say their time here is just as impactful for them as it is for those they serve.

No special skills required—just kindness, patience, and a desire to connect. If you’re searching for volunteer work with seniors, we’d love to hear from you.

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The NEW Zoo needs YOU!

Volunteer opportunities available will depend on the season and weather, but the possibilities are nearly endless!* We require no minimum hour commitments from our volunteers. You can choose your own schedule or choose to assist us with a variety of date-specific events, such as our yearly fundraisers and ongoing educational programs.

Some of the opportunities you have as a volunteer include:

> Helping with the zoo’s special events, such as Zoo Boo, Holiday Fest, and more.
> Assisting with special projects around the zoo, including cleaning, maintenance, art projects, etc.
> Assisting with education programs, such as Summer Zoo Camp and Zoo Snooze overnights.
> Helping with clerical tasks and record keeping.
> Helping in the Mayan Restaurant and Visitor Center.
> Driving the train or running the carousel.
> Supervising the Giraffe Stand.
> Many other opportunities!

*Please note that the majority of NEW Zoo volunteers ARE NOT able to work directly with zoo animals, for safety and other reasons. We have many opportunities that are not directly related to animal care. Individuals who are more interested in working directly with zoo animals should consider an Internship instead.

To join our volunteer program, visit our website at www.newzoo.org to fill out a volunteer application; then attend one of our volunteer orientation sessions to get started!

Volunteers and their dogs are needed! Pet Volunteers make social visits to hospice patients with the pet therapy certified dogs 2-3 times a month for increased socialization and companionship. Not pet therapy certified? Contact us and we can provide you with information on how to certify your dog!

PET THERAPY COMPANION VOLUNTEER

We are looking for a sweet therapy dog who you think would do well at visiting with our hospice patients. Under our pet therapy program, your specially trained dog would be able to provide companionship to our patients. Pet companionship can bring our patients a sense of peace, comfort and trust.

Dog temperament requirements:

Pet therapy volunteer program requirements:

Acceptable Therapy Dog Registration Organizations:

If you feel you and your therapy dog would be a great fit “fur” this, please contact Ally Bantes at abantes@unityhospice.org or call 920-339-5527

We would like to hold monthly booyah sales to raise money for the care of our horses. Since we are a volunteer run, non-profit rescue group, this is a strong need. We are looking for a person or group of people willing to coordinate monthly booyah sales. This includes shopping for the ingredients, making the booyah, and selling it. It is not expected you be the only participant; just the lead. If you are someone who enjoys cooking, working with others, and helping animals in need, we would love to have you join our team.

The NEW Zoo & Adventure Park is currently recruiting interns! 

This is a unique opportunity for students to gain practical experience in a zoological setting.

Internships can be taken for academic credit, based on guidelines from your education institution. All internships are non-paid and duration varies.  Anyone over the age of 18 can participate in an internship, provided you have the right qualifications and dedication!  Preference is given to applicants looking to earn course credit when Internship opportunities are limited.

Interns are needed in all areas of the program!  A variety of internships are available, including Education & Husbandry, Marketing & Social Media, and even Graphic Design! 

To learn more about the Internship program, visit our Internships page at www.newzoo.org and complete the application.

Pamper our rescued horses and learn the how to’s of grooming, horsemanship and connecting with these magnificent animals. Text our Equine Specialist, Lisa Pelky at 920-609-5637 to set up a time to come to the Farm. This activity is by appointment only.