Sunrise Horse Rescue & Sanctuary This sanctuary in St. Helena has been rescuing horses in Napa & Sonoma counties since 2007 from neglect and abuse and provides long term care to 15-20 horses.
Volunteers help out with the day to day care of the horses by feeding, grooming, and exercising them.
If you like your furry four-legged friends a bit smaller, this cat & dog rescue would welcome your help. They rescue pets from the Napa Valley and beyond that are on the euthanasia list at county animal shelters and cats and place them in foster homes permanent homes can be found for them. Volunteers can provide long or short term foster homes for dogs or cats in need. If you are unable to foster, you can volunteer during adoption events, help with fundraising, or choose from a variety of other pet care tasks.
If you are looking for an excuse to be a kid again, sign up to be a Big Brother or Sister in the Napa Valley. This nationwide organization has changed the lives of thousands of youth from all walks of life and, according to their website, 81% of kids that have gone through the program have come back to say that their Big Brother/Sister made a significant impact on their life. Volunteers are needed to help with homework as tutors or to just spend time with a child doing the things you already enjoy doing.
Community Action Napa Valley
Since 1965, this non-profit organization has been providing help to low-income families, disadvantaged people, and seniors in the Napa Valley. This organization is behind the Napa foodbank and homeless shelter, and run programs such as the child development center and Meals on Wheels among others. Volunteer opportunities abound and there is always a need for more.
Most police departments rely on volunteers to help with keeping the community safe and Napa Valley is no exception. Volunteers can be police representatives at schools and community events, help with office work and even keep a watchful eye on the streets.
Volunteers donate their time repairing the homes of elderly and disabled citizens in the northern areas of Napa Valley. Everyone deserves to live in a warm, safe, and comfortable house, but without the help of this non-profit organization, some community members might not be so lucky. Rebuilding Calistoga also rebuilds older neighborhoods to help bring dignity back to the area.
Volunteering isn't just good for the community, it's great for the volunteer. There is nothing quite like the feeling of giving of your time and talents to those in need. There are hundreds more ways that you can give back to your Napa Valley community and more will be added to this list, so check back often. If you have an organization you would like added to the list, let me know!
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