Animal shelters and rescues, Wildlife conservation, Animal care, Therapeutic riding programs, Marine life programs, Education and outreach, etc.

Busch Wildlife Sanctuary

Big Dog Ranch Rescue

Furry Friends

Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League

Loggerhead Marinelife Center

Taras Oceanographic Foundation

Unbridled Paths Equine

  • 🌟 Volunteer Opportunity: Leader / Side Walker
    πŸ“… When:
    Tuesdays & Fridays at 4:00 PM & 5:00 PM
    Saturdays at 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, & 11:00 AM
    (2-hour minimum commitment per shift)

    πŸ“ Where: 13164 Silver Fox Lane, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418
    🀝 Hosted by: Unbridled Paths

    Help make therapeutic riding possible for riders with special needs! We’re seeking caring volunteers to support lessons by either leading the horse or walking alongside the rider as a side walker.

    Volunteer Roles:
    🐴 Leader: Safely lead the horse during lessons (training provided).
    🚢 Side Walker: Walk beside the rider to offer physical and emotional support during lessons (training provided).

    Requirements:

    • Comfortable walking for the duration of a 2-hour shift

    • No prior horse experience required β€” full training provided

    • Patient, calm, and supportive demeanor

    Why volunteer?
    Make a meaningful, hands-on difference in someone’s life β€” help build confidence, independence, and joy through therapeutic equine-assisted activities.

    πŸ‘‰ Sign up / Learn more: Contact Nicole Messer
    ☎️ (786) 487-5793 | βœ‰οΈ Nicole@unbridledpaths.org

  • 🌟 Volunteer Opportunity: Social Media Assistant
    πŸ“… When: Ongoing (work around lesson times: Tuesdays & Fridays at 4:00 PM & 5:00 PM; Saturdays at 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM & 11:00 AM)
    πŸ“ Where: 13164 Silver Fox Lane, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418 (some remote work possible)
    🀝 Hosted by: Unbridled Paths

    Help tell the story of healing through horses. We’re looking for a creative Social Media Assistant to amplify the impact of equine-assisted therapeutic riding by creating posts, updating the website, capturing short videos/photos during lessons (with permission), and helping with outreach campaigns.

    Volunteer Roles:

    • πŸ“ Create and schedule social media posts (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok)

    • πŸ“Έ Capture short video clips or photos during lesson times (optional/in-person)

    • 🌐 Assist with website updates and event listings

    • πŸ“£ Help plan and run outreach campaigns to recruit riders, volunteers, and donors

    • πŸ“Š Track basic engagement metrics and suggest content improvements

    Why volunteer?
    Build portfolio work, gain hands-on social media and nonprofit marketing experience, and help share stories that attract volunteers and donors β€” all while supporting a therapeutic program that changes lives.

    πŸ‘‰ Sign up / Learn more: Contact Nicole Messer
    ☎️ (786) 487-5793 | βœ‰οΈ Nicole@unbridledpaths.org

Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center

  • 🌟 Volunteer Opportunity: Hands-On Horse Volunteer β€” Equine Therapy
    πŸ“… When: Daily shifts available β€” choose one that fits you:
    β€’ 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    β€’ 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    β€’ 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM

    πŸ“ Where: 2390 S Military Trail, West Palm Beach, FL 33415
    🀝 Hosted by: Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding

    Help change lives through the power of horses. We’re looking for compassionate volunteers to support therapeutic horseback riding for individuals with disabilities. No prior horse experience required β€” training and supervision provided.

    Help Needed:

    • 🐴 Grooming & tacking horses

    • πŸ‡ Leading horses during lessons

    • 🚢 Side-walking and assisting riders during sessions

    • 🧹 Barn chores and facility support

    • πŸ€— Providing patient, encouraging presence for riders and families

    Why volunteer?
    Gain meaningful hands-on experience, learn about equine care and therapeutic practices, and be part of a team that builds confidence and independence for riders.

    πŸ‘‰ Sign up / Learn more: Contact Nicole Ramirez
    ☎️ (561) 906-9961 | βœ‰οΈ volunteer@vinceremos.org