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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.

🏠 Foster Program

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.

✅ We provide ALL medical care, food, and supplies.
✅ You provide love, space, and basic care.
✅ Flexible durations — from a weekend to several months.
✅ First choice to adopt if you "foster fail"!
✅ Full support from our experienced team every step.
Apply to Foster →
Foster dog relaxing happily in a home in Yuma Arizona
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"Fostering is the most rewarding thing I've ever done — and I've fostered 14 pets!"

— Maria L., YHBR Foster Parent

What 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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Transport Driver

Help transport animals to vet appointments, adoption events, or to foster homes across Yuma and surrounding areas. Flexible scheduling around your calendar.

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Event Volunteer

Assist at our weekly adoption events, fundraisers, and community outreach programs. Great for social butterflies who love meeting people and animals.

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Social Media & Admin

Help us reach more adopters! Assist with Instagram, Facebook, photography, writing pet bios, processing applications, and answering inquiries.

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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.

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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.

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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."
— Maria L., Foster Parent & Volunteer, 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."
— Carlos M., Transport Volunteer, Yuma
"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."
— Alicia P., Social Media Volunteer, Yuma

Manage Your Volunteer Profile

YHBR uses RescueBase to coordinate volunteers, schedule shifts, and track foster assignments. Sign up or log in to get started.

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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.

✓ Volunteer scheduling ✓ Foster tracking ✓ Transport sign-ups ✓ Team communications
Open RescueBase →

Join the YHBR Team

Fill out this short form and we'll be in touch within 2–3 business days to welcome you aboard!

We'll follow up within 2–3 business days. Thank you for your heart!

Every Animal Needs a Champion

Foster, volunteer, or donate — your contribution saves a life in Yuma today.

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