Animal Rescue Groups To Hold Volunteer Recruitment Event

FREDERICKSBURG, VA — Animal rescue groups in the Fredericksburg area are holding an event on Saturday, Jan. 25 to recruit volunteers to their organizations, which are in need of people to help animals in the region. The event will be held at the Salem Church Branch of the Central Rappahannock Regional Library System from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

"Have you been thinking about volunteering with the animals? Becoming a foster? Well, here is your chance to find out what you can do to help the animals in your community," the groups wrote on Facebook announcing the event.

People will get to talk to representatives from more than 15 animal support and welfare groups to find out what they can do to help. "Everyone has a talent or skill that can help," even if it's only for one hour a month or 10 hours a week, the coalition of groups said. "Come find the purrfect fit for you."

Organizations participating in the event include Canine Rescue and Adoption Program, Rikki's Refuge, A Tail to be Told, Davey's KitCats, Mac's Mission, Re-Tail Thrift Store, Old Dominion Humane Society, Bobbie's Pit Bull Rescue and Sanctuary, Mid-Atlantic Great Dane Rescue, Pet Assistance League of Virginia, Purple Paws 2nd Chance Rescue, Purrs & Whiskers, Pet Harbor, Operation Hood, King George Animal Rescue League and the Squishy Face Crew.

The Salem Church Library is located at 2607 Salem Church Rd. in Fredericksburg.