Volunteering

The Blue Cross recognises how important volunteers are and is committed to ensuring that all volunteers are effectively used, and properly acknowledged for the generous gift of their time and expertise. The work of a volunteer is varied and depends on the skills and preferences of the individual. Not all opportunities are available in all areas, so please ask when applying.

General enquiries
Contact us using this online form  or call Karen Allsop on 01993 825519. Minimum age for volunteers is 14 years. We receive many enquiries, so please do bear with us. We will aim to get back to you within a week.

To find out more about volunteering opportunities in your area, or our national volunteering projects, please contact:

• Volunteering in London: call Jill on 020 7932 2377 or 07776 461902
• Volunteering in Devon: call Sally on 07826 914601
• Volunteering in Oxfordshire: call Emma on 07990 671738

Adoption centres, equine centres, and hospitals
Our adoption centres, equine centres, and hospitals each have their own volunteer co-ordinator. Please refer to the centres’ pages (available from the drop down list at the top of the site) for telephone numbers.

• View our current volunteering opportunities at the equine welfare centre in Burford

Pet fostering scheme
Call 01993 825537 or email fostering@bluecross.org.uk. For more information, download our pet fostering leaflet.

Children's educational speakers
Call 01993 825 596, email education@bluecross.org.uk. For more information, download our volunteering as a children's speaker leaflet.

Charity shops
Call 01993 825595 or email shops@bluecross.org.uk

Fundraising, shows and events
Call 020 7932 4071 or email events@bluecross.org.uk

Pet Bereavement Support Service
Call on 01993 825539 or email pbss@bluecross.org.uk