Our first volunteer Christmas dinner
Saturday, December 2nd marked a special day as six out of our eight fantastic volunteers gathered at our home in South Manchester for our first-ever volunteer social event and Christmas meal! We had an afternoon filled with laughter, making new friends, and, of course, lots of love stories about our furry friends.
Suzi and I got to work on the food while Nat and new volunteer Meg cracked on with the normal Saturday morning volunteer tasks before we were Joined by Beth, Fran, Kirsty, and Nicky accompanied by cakes and drinks to share. Sadly TJ and Liz were not able to make it.
The afternoon started with everyone getting to know each other and talking about their animal companion journey. We had stories of Rats, Rabbits, Hamsters and even Horses!
Next, we all sat down to a tasty vegan roast dinner with each volunteer receiving a present of a badge, sticker, and warm Tiny Paws beany hat. With so much love for animals and good food, there was no shortage of things to talk about.
We all agreed it was a great time and we plan to organise more fun times throughout next year.
A Festive Cheer to all
We want to take this opportunity to say a massive thank you to all our volunteers for all their continued hard work, without whom, running Tiny Paws would be much less fun, and far more stressful.
We also want to thank all our regular donors in Tiny Paws Pals, our amazing fosterers and adopters, and everyone else who contributed to a successful 2023
Why volunteer at Tiny Paws MCR?
Well, besides the joy of helping animals in need, there are plenty of reasons to join our fantastic team. Here are a few:
- Make a Difference: By volunteering with Tiny Paws, you become an integral part of a charity that is making a real difference in the lives of small animals. Your time and efforts directly contribute to their well-being and chances of finding a forever home.
- Learn and Grow: Whether you’re a seasoned animal enthusiast or just starting your journey, volunteering with us provides an opportunity to learn more about animal care, rescue operations, and the unique personalities of each tiny friend.
- Build Lifelong Friendships: Yesterday’s social event was just the beginning. At Tiny Paws, you’re not just joining a team; you’re becoming part of a family. The bonds formed with fellow volunteers can last a lifetime.
Sign up today
Ready to join us in spreading love and compassion to animals in need? Applications to volunteer are now open. We will then keep your name on file and reach out to you when we are looking for a new volunteer to join the team. You can find the link here.
Shifts are just two hours long and most come either fortnightly or monthly. We welcome individuals with various skills and time commitments, so whether you can spare a few hours a week or want to get more involved, there’s a place for you at Tiny Paws MCR.
If you want to support us, but volunteering at Tiny Paws in South Manchester doesn’t work for you then we are always in need of other forms of assistance whether that be creating social media posts, organizing fundraising events, running stalls, making items we can sell, optimizing our web site, writing blog posts. If you have the time or a skill you feel would help us then please get in contact via e-mail or social media.
Together, we look forward to creating more moments of joy, making a positive impact, spreading the message, and giving our furry friends the love and care they deserve.
– Ben
