Volunteer With
Vatika
No money needed — just your time, heart, and willingness to help. Every hour you give directly protects a life at our sanctuary.
120+
Active Volunteers
10+
Years of Service
1,100+
Animals Rescued
6
Volunteer Roles
Volunteer Roles
From animal care to photography — there is a role for every skill set and schedule.
Animal Care Assistant
Help feed, groom, and socialise the animals living at our sanctuary. No experience needed — just patience and love.
- Morning and evening feeding rounds
- Grooming, bathing & socialisation
- Cleaning enclosures and kennels
- Monitoring animals for distress
Skills needed
No prior experience needed
Medical Support Volunteer
Assist our veterinary team during treatments, dressings, and post-surgery recovery. Ideal for vet students and paramedics.
- Assist vets during check-ups & dressings
- Monitor post-surgery recovery animals
- Help maintain medical records
- Support during sterilisation camps
Skills needed
Vet / paramedic background preferred
Rescue Support Volunteer
Join our rescue team on field operations to help safely transport injured or stray animals to the sanctuary.
- Assist in field rescue operations
- Help safely restrain & transport animals
- Document rescues with photos and notes
- Coordinate with ambulance driver and vet
Skills needed
Physically fit; basic animal handling helps
Community Outreach Volunteer
Spread awareness about animal welfare, responsible pet ownership, and our sanctuary's work in schools and communities.
- Conduct awareness sessions in schools
- Distribute educational material
- Set up stalls at local events
- Collect reports of injured animals
Skills needed
Good communication in Hindi / English
Photography & Content Volunteer
Capture the daily stories of our animals and team. Your photos help us fundraise, grow our community, and tell the truth of what we do.
- Photograph animals and team at work
- Create short-form reels and videos
- Help with social media content
- Document rescue & recovery stories
Skills needed
Photography / videography portfolio
Sanctuary Greening Volunteer
Help maintain our sanctuary grounds — planting trees, building shade structures, and creating a better environment for the animals.
- Tree plantation and garden upkeep
- Build shade structures & shelters
- Waste management & composting
- Eco-awareness sessions for visitors
Skills needed
Enthusiasm for nature is all you need
Life at the Sanctuary
A glimpse into the work our volunteers do every single day.
Perks of Volunteering
We value your time. Here is what Vatika gives back to every volunteer.
Volunteer Certificate
Official certificate issued for every 20+ hours volunteered.
Training Provided
Full onboarding and hands-on training for every role.
Flexible Scheduling
Choose weekends, weekdays, or one-off drives that suit you.
Real Impact
See the direct difference you make in the animals' lives.
Vibrant Community
Join a passionate network of animal welfare volunteers.
Media Features
Get featured in our social stories and impact reports.
How It Works
Getting started takes under 5 minutes.
01
Choose Your Role
Browse the roles above and pick what fits your skills, schedule, and passion.
02
Fill the Form
Submit the expression of interest form below — takes under 2 minutes.
03
Visit & Onboard
We'll invite you for a sanctuary visit and a brief orientation session.
04
Start Volunteering
Show up, get your hands dirty, and start changing lives.
Hear from Our Volunteers
“I come every Sunday and it's the best part of my week. Watching a dog go from frightened to joyful because of the care we give — there is nothing like it.”
Ananya Mishra
Animal Care Volunteer · 8 months · Raipur
“The hands-on experience here is unmatched. I've assisted in over 30 surgeries as a student volunteer. This is where real learning happens.”
Dr. Vikram Sahu
Medical Volunteer · Vet Student · Bhilai
“My photos helped raise ₹2 lakh for one campaign. Knowing that my passion for photography is saving lives gives me purpose I never had before.”
Pooja Chandrakar
Photography Volunteer · 1 year · Raipur
Ready to Make
a Difference?
Fill out this quick form and we'll get back to you within 48 hours to schedule your orientation visit.
Call Us
+91 72258 88800
Email Us
pfaraipur2@gmail.com
Location
Chandkhuri Village, Mandir Hasaud
Raipur, Chhattisgarh
Be the Reason
an Animal Smiles
Join 120+ volunteers who are already giving their time to protect and care for the animals at Vatika Animal Sanctuary.