Paw's for a Cause Pet Walk-a-Thon Event Support Volunteer

(Samaritan House)

Position ID: V-BAR0269
Last Modified: 29 Apr 2025
Last Full Update: 29 Apr 2025

Opportunity Details: Paw's for a Cause Pet Walk-a-Thon Event Support Volunteer

Contact Gabby Chiaramida, Media/Fundraising Coordinator, Samaritan House; Email: contactshbarrie@gmail.com
Duties

Description:
Volunteers will assist with the setup, execution, and takedown of Paws for a Cause, a Pet Walk-a-Thon fundraiser for Samaritan House. This is a fun, outdoor event supporting vulnerable individuals and families in Simcoe County. Volunteers will be assigned to a certain role, you will not be expected to do all of the duties listed below, those are the duties for all of the roles. 

Expected Activities:

  • Help with event setup (tables, signs, water stations, etc.)

  • Assist with participant registration and check-in

  • Guide and encourage participants along the walking route

  • Hand out water and refreshments to participants and pets

  • Assist with event activities (games, raffles, prize tables, etc.)

  • Answer participant questions and provide general event support

  • Help with event cleanup and takedown after the walk concludes

Benefits Light refreshments and snacks will be provided for all volunteers during the event. 
 
Free parking is available near the event site. Volunteers will be sent parking instructions prior to the event day. 
 
Volunteers will receive a certificate confirming their volunteer hours, upon request. 
 
How to Access Benefits: 
 
Refreshments will be available at the volunteer check-in area throughout the event. 
 
Parking instructions and a volunteer information package will be emailed the week before the event. 
 
Signing for volunteer hours can be requested by speaking with the Volunteer Coordinator at the event or by emailing after the event.
Clients People of all ages, and their pets
Ages 14 year(s) and up
Suitable for Highschool Credit Hours Yes
Areas of Interest Animal Services ; Community / Neighbourhood Volunteering ; Event Coordination & Support ; Finance / Cash Handling ; Group / Family Volunteering ; Nature / Environment ; Physical Fitness & Exercise ; Registration
Skills/Experience Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Creativity ; Friendly & Outgoing ; Leadership ; Listening Skills ; Patience ; Positive / Cheerful Demeanor ; Team Work
Commitment Length One Time / Special Event - Fundraising Event
Interaction Level One-on-one ; Small Group ; Large Group ; Depending on the role you are, you will be interacting with singular people and groups of people with their pets.
Minimum Hours 5
Accessibility Fully Accessible
Location Will Dwyer Park at Barrie Waterfront - 81 Lakeshore Dr, Barrie, ON L4N 7R6
Number of Positions Barrie ; Collingwood ; Innisfil ; Midland ; Orillia and area ; Simcoe County ; Wasaga Beach 
 
20 individual(s) needed in total.
Training Orientation ; All volunteers will receive a brief orientation through a Zoom or phone call prior to the event. During this call, we will review the event details, volunteer roles, and what to expect on the day of the event. On the day of Paws for a Cause, volunteers will also be given a quick on-site walkthrough and shown exactly where they will be stationed and what their tasks will be.
Police Check Not Required
Additional Requirements -Friendly, positive attitude 
 
-Ability to stand and walk for periods of time 
 
-Comfortable working outdoors and engaging with the public 
 
-Ability to work well as part of a team 
 
-Volunteer hours verification available if needed
Start Date On or after 22 Jun 2025 and on or before 22 Jun 2025
Display Until 02 Jun 2025

Agency Details: Samaritan House

Office Phone 705-791-7731
E-Mail shbarrie@gmail.com
Website www.samaritanhousebarrie.com/
Address & Map
Resource Centre - Burton Avenue United Church- Lower Level
37 Burton Ave
Barrie, ON
Canada L4N 2R3
Mailing Address c/o Samaritan House 
65 Cedar Pointe Dr, Unit 254 
Barrie, ON 
Canada L4N 9R3