Get Involved
Volunteer
We have a wide variety of volunteering opportunities, which include, but are not limited to:
- Dog and cat socialization, office aid, cleaning, fundraising, and so much more!
- We rely heavily on volunteers to help us maintain a happy and healthy animal shelter. If you are a self-motivated team-player who is flexible and open to learning, then click here to apply to be a volunteer with LCHS*!
If you have any questions regarding volunteering with LCHS, please reach out to our Volunteer Coordinator, DeAnna Harrison, at dharrison@lchsmontana.org or 406-442-1660.
*Volunteers must be 16 years of age or older or have a parent or guardian present to volunteer. Dog walkers must be 18 years of age or older.
Foster An Animal
Fostering a dog or cat by taking them into your home and out into the community either for a short period of time or until they find a forever home is a very rewarding experience. There are many different options for those interested in fostering from low commitment opportunities to very rewarding, long-term commitment.
Kittens
Hundreds of kittens come into the shelter each year and are in need of extra care. Because of their age and susceptibility to illness, they must be in a foster home where they can get the care they need until they are old enough to be adopted. Due to the large volume of kittens we receive, kitten fostering is the largest need.
Kitten Fostering opportunities include:
Mom & Kittens: Fostering a litter of kittens with their mom is a great opportunity for beginners. Mom does most of the work and you provide a little extra love and socialization.
Orphan Kittens: Kittens without a mom and over the age of 5 weeks need care and socialization as they grow. This is also a great opportunity for beginners.
Neonatal Kittens: Orphan kittens under 5 weeks old are in need of constant care. This is a very rewarding opportunity for those who have the time to care for kittens at least every 2 hours.
Adult Cats
Adult cats who are not adjusting to shelter life may need a Foster Home to help them to come out of their shell. This is a great opportunity for those with quiet homes interested in helping cats.
Would you like more information about Cat and Kitten Fostering? Contact: Kaxline@lchsmontana.org
The first step to becoming a Cat or Kitten Foster is to fill out our Feline Foster Survey.
Puppies
Puppies, too young to be adopted, need a Foster Home to grow and thrive. Caring for, socializing, and cleaning puppies is a demanding but amazing experience. This is a wonderful opportunity for those with an extra room in their home!
Short-Term Fostering
This is a low-commitment way for you to help get a dog away from the day-to-day stress of the shelter:
Paw-Jama Party: Take a dog into your home, or a partner hotel for just a night or two to allow them to relax and learn more about who they really are outside of the shelter.
Day Trip: Take a dog out into the community, for a car ride, or to your house for just a few hours. Help them meet people or just give them a quiet place to take a nap. This fostering is perfect for busy people who still want to help a dog!
Long-Term Fostering
Some dogs are not suited for shelter life whether because they are too old, in need of rehabilitation, or are nervous in this environment. This is a great opportunity for anyone with dog experience wanting to broaden their horizons.
Would you like more information about Dog Fostering? Contact: kmartineau@lchsmontana.org
The first step to becoming a Dog or Puppy Foster is to fill our our Dog Foster Questionnaire.
Events
The Lewis & Clark Humane Society hosts two major fundraising events every year.
Wine for Whiskers
Our annual Wine for Whiskers ball is held every September at the Delta Colonial Hotel. You can join us for an evening of live music, dancing, wine and beer tasting, hors d’ouvres, and a silent auction! This event is a fan favorite and who doesn’t love a little wine that also supports homeless animals?
Spay-ghetti Dinner
Our annual Spay-ghetti dinner is our longest running fundraising event, and we look forward to it every year! The first ever Spay-ghetti Dinner was held 20 years ago in the basement of the VFW and raised $2,500. Since then, it has grown to our largest fundraiser with over 800 people in attendance every year!
Community Outreach
The Lewis and Clark Humane Society is a community oriented organization that both relies on and provides for the Lewis and Clark County, Broadwater County, and Jefferson County.
If you are interested in having a representative of the shelter visit your school, business, or event please email our Development Assistant and Outreach Coordinator, Kat Martineau: kmartineau@lchsmontana.org