VOLUNTEER

Be a Part of the Rescue

Del Gato Rescue is powered entirely by volunteers. Every rescue, every recovery, every second chance happens because people choose to show up ~ often quietly, often behind the scenes.

Volunteering with Del Gato means being part of a trusted, hands-on network helping cats who are overlooked, injured, or living on the streets. Whether you have a few hours a month or a specific skill to offer, your time and care can make a real difference.

Ways to Help

We’re currently seeking dependable volunteers in the Los Angeles and Orange County areas, especially in the following roles:

  • Help get cats where they need to go — safely and on time.

    • Transport cats to and from vet clinics, spay/neuter appointments, and foster homes

    • Routes primarily in Los Angeles and Orange County

    • Reliable vehicle and weekday availability are especially helpful

  • Provide a quiet, temporary place for cats recovering after surgery.

    • Garage, bathroom, spare room, or other enclosed space

    • Typically short-term (1–3 days post-surgery)

    • Guidance and support provided by Del Gato

  • Open your home temporarily to cats who need a safe place to land.

    • Care for kittens or adult cats until adoption

    • Medical care and supplies provided

    • Short- and long-term placements available

  • Assist with humane trapping during TNR efforts.

    • Help set and monitor traps

    • Evening and early morning availability helpful

    • Training provided — no prior experience required

  • Support the behind-the-scenes work that keeps rescue running.

    • Pick up and deliver food, litter, and medications

    • Help coordinate supply drop-offs between fosters

    • Organize and distribute rescue supplies

  • Help cats get seen and adopted.

    • Upload and manage adoption listings

    • Assist with photos, bios, and updates

    • Help keep records organized

Ready to Lend a Paw?

Volunteering with Del Gato looks different for everyone. Whether you’re available weekly or just a few times a month, we’d love to learn more about you and how you might fit into our rescue network.

This form helps us understand your availability, interests, and experience so we can match you with the areas where help is needed most.

No rescue experience required — just compassion, reliability, and a love for cats.