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Horse Rescue - Handyperson Volunteers Wanted!

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ORGANIZATION: EQUINE RESCUE AND ADOPTION FOUNDATION INC

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Are you handyperson or DIYer and eager to make a difference? Join our team at ERAF Horse Rescue as a volunteer handyperson! We’re looking for individuals who enjoy working with their hands to help maintain and improve our facilities, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for our rescued horses and the people who care for them.

Responsibilities:
  • Perform routine repairs and maintenance on fences, barns, stalls, and other structures.
  • Assist with building and assembling new enclosures, storage spaces, or shelters.
  • Help maintain the functionality of equipment like gates, water systems, farm equipment and tools.
  • Perform basic landscaping tasks such as clearing debris, fixing pathways, or maintaining pastures.
  • Collaborate with staff to identify and prioritize maintenance needs.
Skills and Qualifications:
  • General handyperson or DIY experience (e.g., carpentry, plumbing, basic mechanics, or repairs).
  • Basic gardening/landscaping skills.
  • Ability to safely use tools and equipment.
  • Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions.
  • A positive attitude, dependability, and a love for animals.
  • Ability to lift and carry moderate weights (e.g., materials or tools).
Time Commitment:

Flexible scheduling is available! We welcome volunteers who can commit to a regular weekly shift of three hours/week or more and/or help as needed for special projects. Weekend warriors welcome!

By volunteering, you’ll be directly supporting the rescue and rehabilitation of horses in need. Join us to put your skills to work for a cause that truly matters.

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About EQUINE RESCUE AND ADOPTION FOUNDATION INC

Location:

PO BOX 1199, PALM CITY, FL 34991, US

Mission Statement

Founded in 2000, Equine Rescue and Adoption Foundation (ERAF) is a 501(c)3 non-profit dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, and adoption of abused, abandoned, neglected and slaughter-bound horses, donkeys and mules.

Description

We are an accredited rescue which means we have fulfilled the strictest requirements for those organizations that provide us funding. We have a dedicated volunteer group that help us with barn chores, paddocks, facilities, grounds maintenance, fundraising, donor outreach, special events & marketing. Our Humans Helping Horses program ensures our volunteers spend meaningful time with our rescues.

CAUSE AREAS

Animals
Community
Animals, Community

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

6400 Southwest Martin HighwayPalm City, FL 34990

(27.16045,-80.34035)
 

SKILLS

  • Farming
  • Facilities Management
  • Landscaping
  • Electrical
  • Auto Mechanics / Repair
  • Carpentry

GOOD FOR

  • People 55+

REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be at least 18
  • Flexible / Weekly

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