Newburgh, IN — Warrick Humane Society (WHS) is excited to announce two upcoming Junior Volunteer
Program sessions for Summer 2026, offering local teens the opportunity to gain hands-on experience while
making a meaningful difference for animals in need.
Designed for youth ages 13–15, these programs provide a behind-the-scenes look at daily shelter operations
while teaching essential skills in animal care, responsibility, and humane education. Participants will work
directly with shelter animals and learn how their efforts contribute to lifesaving work in the community.
WHS will offer two session options to accommodate different schedules:
May & June Saturday Sessions:
May 9, May 16, May 23, June 13, June 20, June 27
8:30 AM – 10:30 AM
June Weekday Sessions:
June 8, June 10, June 12, June 15, June 17, June 19
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Throughout each six-day program, participants will assist with feeding, cleaning, enrichment activities, and
socialization for cats and dogs. They will also gain a deeper understanding of the role humane societies play
in animal welfare and how volunteering directly impacts the lives of homeless pets.
The cost to participate is $35 per person and includes a Junior Volunteer Program t-shirt. Participants must
attend at least six session dates to receive a certificate of completion. If scheduling conflicts arise, WHS will
work with families to coordinate make-up opportunities when possible.
Space in both sessions is limited, and early registration is encouraged. Those interested in enrolling should
email volunteerwarrick@gmail.com for more information or to secure a spot.
“These programs are a great way to inspire the next generation of animal advocates,” said McKenzie Puckett,
Communications Coordinator of Warrick Humane Society. “By giving teens the opportunity to learn and
contribute in a hands-on environment, we’re helping build compassion, confidence, and a lifelong
commitment to helping animals.”
For more information about these programs, adoption opportunities, or ways to support Warrick Humane
Society, visit warrickhumanesociety.org or follow Warrick Humane Society on Facebook.
About Warrick Humane Society: Warrick Humane Society, a no-kill shelter located in Newburgh, Indiana. It
was founded in 1983 by a handful of dedicated volunteers who rescued lost, injured and neglected animals.
Since WHS opened their building in 1997 and began actively working with Animal Control agencies and other
rescue organizations, WHS has saved thousands of animals and placed them in loving homes. Warrick
Humane Society is a 501(c)(3) no-kill rescue dedicated to improving companion animals’ lives. WHS does not
receive any funding from taxes or any national organizations. WHS is funded entirely by individual and
corporate donations, bequests, grants and fundraising events. Because all animals adopted by WHS are
spayed/neutered, vaccinated, treated for parasites and microchipped as well as receiving any other special
care they may need, finding enough funding is always a challenge.
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