Become a volunteer in three easy steps:

Step 1:

Step 2:

Complete the FEMA course IS-100c, an introduction to the Incident Command System. This is also a self-paced and free course, and must be completed prior to your first deployment with RedRover.

Step 3:

Once you complete the online training you will receive a welcome email with further details.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Age 18 years or older.

• An email address that you check regularly and access to the Internet.

• Current tetanus immunization.

• Complete FEMA course IS-100c.

• Complete the volunteer training online or in person.

• Agree to the RedRover Responders Code of Conduct.

Highly Recommended

• Completed 50 hours of animal handling, preferably at your local shelter or through a rescue group (may be completed after training).

• Able to withstand the physical demands of deployments, including ability to lift at least 40 pounds, and stand, kneel or bend for long hours in varying temperatures and conditions.

What Training Covers

• Introduction to RedRover and the different programs and services offered.

• The different types of situations that RedRover deployments entail.

• What it is like to deploy with RedRover, and what to expect before, during, and after a deployment.

• Introduces you to key concepts like standard operation guidelines.

• Help guide pre-deployment decision-making.

*Please note:

• Completion of volunteer training does not guarantee your spot on this or any other deployment. RedRover Responders staff will match trained volunteers based on geographic location and availability on an as-needed basis.

Thank you for your interest in becoming a RedRover Responders volunteer! We're in the process of updating our volunteer training course so you can help us support animals in crisis and pet communities in need. Please complete the form above, and we will send you a link to our self-paced online training once it is available again.