Foster & Volunteer in Yuma
We are 100% volunteer-run. Without people like you, we couldn't save the hundreds of lives we do each year. Whether you have a spare room or a few spare hours — you can make a real difference for Yuma's animals.
The Power of Fostering
Fostering is the backbone of our rescue. By opening your home, you free up space in overcrowded shelters and give a pet the chance to decompress, heal, and show their true personality in a loving environment.
Foster animals go on to find permanent homes faster — and they arrive there healthier, happier, and better socialized. Your spare bedroom or living room is a lifeline.
"Fostering is the most rewarding thing I've ever done — and I've fostered 14 pets!"
— A YHBR Foster ParentWhat to Expect as a YHBR Foster
We make fostering as easy and supported as possible. Here's how the process works from application to completion.
Apply Online
Complete our foster application below. Tell us about your home, experience with pets, and what types of animals you're comfortable caring for.
Orientation Call
A team member will reach out for a quick phone or video call to match you with the right animal and answer all your questions.
Meet Your Foster
We'll arrange a meet-and-greet and set you up with all supplies, food, and medical records for your new temporary housemate.
Love & Care
Provide a loving, safe environment. Send us updates and photos (we love them!). Our team is just a text away if you need support.
Volunteer Opportunities in Yuma
Can't foster right now? No problem. We have plenty of roles for volunteers of every availability and skill level. Every hour you give saves lives.
Transport Driver
Help transport animals to vet appointments, adoption events, or to foster homes across Yuma and surrounding areas. Flexible scheduling around your calendar.
Event Volunteer
Assist at our weekly adoption events, fundraisers, and community outreach programs. Great for social butterflies who love meeting people and animals.
Social Media & Admin
Help us reach more adopters! Assist with Instagram, Facebook, photography, writing pet bios, processing applications, and answering inquiries.
Spay/Neuter Outreach
Help us spread the word about our free and low-cost spay/neuter programs to reduce pet overpopulation in the Yuma community.
Pet Photography
A great photo can make the difference between a pet being adopted quickly or waiting months. Help our animals put their best paw forward online.
Fundraising
Help organize bake sales, community drives, online fundraisers, or corporate outreach to fund our medical care programs.
From Our Volunteers
"I started fostering as a way to 'try' having a pet. Three years and 14 foster animals later, I've officially adopted two of them and I'm more passionate about rescue than ever. YHBR is family."— A YHBR Foster Parent, Yuma
"Driving transports on weekends is the highlight of my week. Knowing I'm moving a scared animal from a shelter to a safe foster home is the most meaningful thing I do with my time."— A YHBR Transport Volunteer
"As someone who works in social media, I was thrilled to put my skills to use for a cause I care about. Helping YHBR's animals get seen and adopted is the best 'unpaid gig' I've ever had."— A YHBR Social Media Volunteer
Manage Your Volunteer Profile
YHBR uses RescueBase to coordinate volunteers, schedule shifts, and track foster assignments. Sign up or log in to get started.
RescueBase — Volunteer & Foster Portal
Track your hours, sign up for transport shifts, manage your foster assignments, and stay connected with the YHBR team — all in one place.
Join the YHBR Team
Fill out this short form and we'll be in touch within 2–3 business days to welcome you aboard!
Stay in the Loop 🐾
New animals, events, and rescue news — straight to your inbox.