Volunteer with Us
Ready to get your boots a little muddy and your heart a whole lot fuller?
Join our amazing team of volunteers and become part of the day-to-day magic at Herd & Flock Animal Sanctuary.
We’re home to over 150 rescued farmed animals—cows, pigs, goats, chickens, pigeons, and more—each with a name, a story, and a deep love for treats and belly rubs. Your time, energy, and compassion help give them the care, safety, and enrichment they deserve.
Ways You Can Help
Animal Care & Barn Chores
Help with the daily routine—feeding, cleaning stalls, refreshing water, and keeping things cozy and clean. It’s hard work, but incredibly rewarding (plus, goats might follow you around like puppies).
Gardening & Property Projects
From weeding and planting to building and painting, there’s always something to do on the land. Whether you’re handy with a shovel or a hammer, we’ll put your skills to great use.
Behind-the-Scenes Support
Prefer to help from home or have skills in marketing, graphic design, fundraising, or event planning? We’d love your help spreading the word and growing our impact.
What to Expect
Location: Vacaville, CA
Shifts: We offer at least one 2-hour shift nearly every day through Calendly (link here).
First-time volunteers should select the “New” option so we can offer a tour and hands-on support.
Returning volunteers can choose the “Returning” option to jump right into tasks.
Time Commitment: Most shifts are 2 hours. We ask new volunteers to commit to at least one full shift.
Age Requirements: Volunteers must be 15 or older (those under 18 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian). If you're under 15, reach out—we’ll do our best to find a way for you to get involved.
Ready to Volunteer?
Sign up via Calendly
We'll follow up with more details and get you scheduled for your first visit.
Email us: info@herdandflockanimalsanctuary.org
Text us: 707-359-7761
Group Volunteer Days & Work Parties
Have a group of friends, coworkers, or students looking to make a difference together? We host occasional Group Volunteer Days and Work Parties for larger projects.
Email or text us to learn more or to set up a custom group day.
Corporate Team Building Opportunities
Want to bring your coworkers or company team for a day of meaningful service?
- Our Corporate Team Building Work Parties offer hands-on volunteer experiences that make a real impact—followed by snacks, sanctuary tours, and time with the animals.
- Projects tailored to your team
- Includes snacks, drinks, and a private tour
- $75/person – supports rescued animal care
- Perfect for groups of 8–15
Thank You
Every scoop of hay, every cleaned stall, every trimmed tree helps create a safer, happier world for rescued animals. We truly couldn’t do it without you.
Thank you for being part of the Herd & Flock family.
A Note About Wildlife & Safety
Our sanctuary is a safe haven not only for rescued farm animals—but also for local wildlife.
From April through October, it’s rattlesnake season in our region. While we do our best to peacefully coexist with our venomous scaly neighbors, we relocate any rattlesnakes found near human or animal areas to a remote section of the property. Our non-venomous snake friends are always welcome to stay.
All volunteers will receive a brief rattlesnake safety training at the beginning of their shift during these months.
Before arriving, please make sure to:
Sign our volunteer waiver here.
Thank you for helping us keep everyone—human and nonhuman—safe and respected.