As an independent, foster-based, rescue, Charlie's Army relies heavily on volunteers. Our primary needs are foster homes and transportation assistance.

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Our foster parents open their homes to provide a safe, loving, environment for our animals to grow up and thrive in. Most foster parents foster until the animal is adopted, but we can also sometimes use short-term fosters.

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As a foster parent, you will always have access to the rescue president for guidance, so please don't let a lack of experience hold you back from helping us save a life.

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So, what does it take to become a foster parent?

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The most important aspect of fostering is having a designated space where you can quarantine any new animals for 2-3 weeks. We will not send obviously sick animals into a foster home, however, it is important to quarantine and monitor new animals in the event that they have worms/parasites or develop a minor illness that was not apparent during their intake exam. A small, easy-to-clean space is recommended. Quarantine protects you and your animals.

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Charlie's Army covers all medical needs and can help with supplies as needed. We also do a basic intake exam which includes flea treatment, de-worming medication, first vaccines (if age appropriate), and microchipping (if age appropriate).

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Having transportation is also important for our foster parents in the event of emergencies, sick visits to the vet, vaccine appointments, and drop-off/pick-up when it's time for spay/neuter surgeries. On occasion, there may be transportation available (i.e. carpooling a large group of animals to the clinic) but we cannot guarantee this.

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To apply to become a foster parent, click here.

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Our other volunteer need is transportation. We often need transport to and from the clinic for spay/neuter (on Mondays), picking up an animal from the veterinarian and transporting them to their foster, or picking up new animals and bringing them in for intake.

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To apply to become a transport volunteer, click here.

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