Volunteer Opportunities

Lend a Hand, Heal a Heart

Do you have a heart for horses and a desire to make a difference? Join us at Friends of Lackota Animal Sanctuary, where rescued equines find safety, healing, and love — and where volunteers like YOU make it all possible.

Whether you're an experienced horse handler or simply love animals, there's a meaningful role waiting for you!

Volunteer at Friend of Lackota Animal Sanctuary

Join Our Team

Volunteering at FoLAS is not a casual activity—it’s a meaningful commitment. Our animals depend on routine, reliability, and consistent care. That’s why we ask for a minimum commitment of one weekly shift (approximately 3 hours) for at least three months.

Our work is hands-on and physically demanding. Volunteers must be able to:

Work outdoors year-round in all kinds of weather
Tolerate exposure to hay, dust, and manure
Walk several miles during a shift
Lift, bend, carry, and be on their feet for extended periods

If you’re someone who finds fulfillment in hard work and purpose-driven service, you’ll find this experience deeply rewarding.

Please apply only if you can meet these minimum requirements. Our commitment to the animals means we cannot offer exceptions.

Volunteering Helps and Heals

Come get your boots dirty, your heart full, and your spirit refreshed. The horses are waiting — will you answer the call?

Volunteer Form

Let's Save
Lives

What You’ll Gain

At FoLAS, we provide love, safety, and second chances to horses, donkeys, and mules who have known hardship. Every day, our rescued equines rely on the compassion and care of humans who are willing to show up, work hard, and love deeply.

We are currently seeking dedicated volunteers who can commit their time, energy, and hearts to helping these incredible animals heal and thrive.

Volunteer Opportunities Include:

Daily Chores – Mucking stalls, cleaning water troughs, and sweeping barns
Feeding & Watering – Helping with scheduled feedings and ensuring fresh water is always available
Grooming & Care – Brushing, washing, and bonding with our horses
Maintenance & Repairs – Fixing fences, cleaning tack, and keeping the sanctuary safe and tidy
Pasture Management – Helping with weed control, manure spreading, and land care
Companionship & Socializing – Spending time with shy or traumatized horses to build trust
Events & Outreach – Assisting with fundraisers, tours, or educational programs

What We're Looking For

Our volunteers are the heartbeat of FoLAS. Whether you're scooping, sweeping, feeding, or quietly sitting with a shy donkey, your presence makes a difference. Every minute you spend here brings comfort and care to an animal who once had none.

You don’t need prior equine experience—just a willingness to learn and a heart for animals. We’ll teach you the rest.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're ready to give your time, your strength, and your heart, we invite you to fill out the Volunteer Application Form here.

We’re so grateful for people like you—people who see the value in every life and are willing to work hard to protect it. Together, we can create a world where horses, donkeys, and mules are respected, cared for, and loved.

Thank you for considering a volunteer role at FoLAS. We can’t wait to meet you.

Volunteer Form