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Pig Nutrition Prep Volunteer

One visit every two weeks · Flexible day

Make a two-week supply of three-ingredient protein snacks for pigs who need an extra protein boost.

What you’ll do

• Prepare the snacks in the Cotton Branch office with guidance from a caregiver or Josh.
• Store the finished snacks in the freezer. All ingredients and supplies are provided; we need your time.

A monthly visit may be possible when freezer space allows. Visit length will be confirmed with the team.

Application coming soon.

Volunteer Photographer

About 1 hour each week · Flexible day

Help us capture the animals and everyday life at Cotton Branch.

What you’ll do

• Visit once a week to take clear, high-resolution photos.
• Send your original photos to Evan, who handles editing in-house.

What you’ll need

• A high-quality phone camera, such as a recent higher-tier iPhone or Android, or a dedicated camera.
• Beginners are welcome. Professional equipment and editing experience are not required.

You can also choose videography if you have time for both responsibilities.

Application coming soon.

Volunteer Videographer

About 1 hour each week · Flexible day

Capture videos that help people get to know the animals and our work.

What you’ll do

• Film original footage during a weekly visit.
• Send footage to Evan for in-house editing. You will not edit videos.

What you’ll need

• A high-quality phone or camera with high-resolution video capability, including 4K or 8K where available.
• Experience filming social media videos is preferred.

You can also choose photography if you have time for both responsibilities.

Application coming soon.

Morning Feeding Caregiver

One fixed day each week · 8 a.m.–10 or 10:30 a.m.

Help our caregivers feed the animals on a dependable weekly schedule.

You must be willing to undergo a background check before starting this role.

What you’ll do

• Arrive at the stated start time and help through the feeding round.
• Learn and follow Cotton Branch’s animal-care and feeding procedures.

What you’ll need

• Farm-animal care experience or a willingness to learn.
• Comfort working in extreme heat, extreme cold, rain, sleet, and snow.
• Willingness to complete required volunteer paperwork.

One volunteer covers each day of the week for this shift. Choose an available day and keep that day each week. Volunteer experience may lead to consideration for future paid openings; employment is not guaranteed.

Application coming soon.

Evening Feeding Caregiver

One fixed day each week · 2:30 p.m.–4:30 or 5 p.m.

Help our caregivers feed the animals on a dependable weekly schedule.

You must be willing to undergo a background check before starting this role.

What you’ll do

• Arrive at the stated start time and help through the feeding round.
• Learn and follow Cotton Branch’s animal-care and feeding procedures.

What you’ll need

• Farm-animal care experience or a willingness to learn.
• Comfort working in extreme heat, extreme cold, rain, sleet, and snow.
• Willingness to complete required volunteer paperwork.

One volunteer covers each day of the week for this shift. Choose an available day and keep that day each week. Volunteer experience may lead to consideration for future paid openings; employment is not guaranteed.

Application coming soon.

Morning Medication & Herd Care Volunteer

One fixed day each week · 9–10 a.m.

Deliver scheduled medications, observe the animals and herds, and keep clear Carebook notes.

You must be willing to undergo a background check before starting this role.

What you’ll do

• Deliver medication according to the care team’s instructions.
• Monitor the animals receiving medication and observe each herd for visible weight changes, abscesses, or anything else out of the ordinary.
• Record observations in Carebook, Cotton Branch’s custom digital animal-care app, and report concerns to staff.

What you’ll need

• Comfort learning and following the care team’s procedures. A veterinary technician background is especially helpful.

One volunteer covers each day of the week for this shift. Choose an available day and keep that day each week. These volunteer roles may lead to consideration for paid openings, but employment is not guaranteed.

Application coming soon.

Afternoon Medication & Herd Care Volunteer

One fixed day each week · 4–5 p.m.

Deliver scheduled medications, observe the animals and herds, and keep clear Carebook notes.

You must be willing to undergo a background check before starting this role.

What you’ll do

• Deliver medication according to the care team’s instructions.
• Monitor the animals receiving medication and observe each herd for visible weight changes, abscesses, or anything else out of the ordinary.
• Record observations in Carebook, Cotton Branch’s custom digital animal-care app, and report concerns to staff.

What you’ll need

• Comfort learning and following the care team’s procedures. A veterinary technician background is especially helpful.

One volunteer covers each day of the week for this shift. Choose an available day and keep that day each week. These volunteer roles may lead to consideration for paid openings, but employment is not guaranteed.

Application coming soon.

Farm Building & Repair Volunteer

2 hours each week · Between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m.

Work directly with Josh to repair storm damage, animal housing, and other structures across the farm.

What you’ll do

• Replace lumber and housing components, remove damaged materials, and move supplies.
• Use hammers, drills, and other tools with Josh’s guidance.

What you’ll need

• Experience is welcome, but a willingness to learn and put in some sweat is enough.
• Willingness to lift up to approximately 50 pounds when needed.

Choose one available weekly day and a two-hour visit within the stated window. Five openings total, with no more than one assigned volunteer per day. Available in fall, winter, and early spring; work pauses above 90°F and resumes when conditions cool. A spring term may finish early as temperatures rise.

Application coming soon.

Farm Cleanup Volunteer

One day each week · Four weekly coverage slots

Keep the property clear by collecting fallen limbs and scattered debris.

What you’ll do

• Walk the property, bend to collect debris, and load and wheel a cart to the designated collection area.
• A truck is helpful for optional debris runs to the local dump, about three minutes away, but is not required.

What you’ll need

• Comfort walking around the property, bending repeatedly, and moving a loaded cart.

One person covers Saturday or Sunday, one covers Monday or Tuesday, one covers Wednesday or Thursday, and one covers Friday. Visit length and any lifting requirements will be confirmed before assignment.

Application coming soon.

Treats & Enrichment Volunteer

Weekly · Within 10 a.m.–3 p.m.

Spend time with the animals while handing out treats in a fun, low-impact volunteer role.

What you’ll do

• Visit on your assigned day to hand out treats with the team’s guidance.

Two openings each on Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. The length of your visit will be confirmed with the team.

Application coming soon.