Why I Want to Volunteer

By Ella Simpson

Hello!  My name is Ella and recently I have become a volunteer for the Humane Society.   Now, I get to share my story with others, so they may learn from my experience.

 

My mom and I absolutely adore animals.  About two years ago we adopted a tortoiseshell cat that we later named Gypsy.  We then learned after several tries, while pet sitting family members animals, that she did not like other cats or dogs coming into what she thought to be “her territory”.  This was going to be a problem for us because, being such animal lovers, we wanted to have the ability to have other animals in our house, or potentially adopt another companion.  Then this cat came along and so we knew that could never happen.  So, we decided to volunteer so we could still be with other animals.  We looked everywhere but nowhere was right until we found the Humane Society.  The Humane Society is letting us help make a difference despite my age (I’m 12) and I’m so happy I decided to volunteer and I hope you decide the same.

 

We found the Humane Society through the internet while searching for places where we could help make a difference and help animals.  Next, we set up an interview, and decided we wanted to help out by checking on cats that are in pet stores, once a week. It doesn’t take much time to help. We also decided to help make food bags for the animals whose owners can’t afford to feed them properly. You can find these bags at Loudoun Hunger Relief. Even if you are a very busy person, you can still help out by donating food, money or new toys, everything helps. You can even help by spreading awareness in your workplace or school. Even just talking to others that you think would like to volunteer. I love helping out because I know I am helping an animal in need so hopefully they can all live the amazing life they deserve.