WHY Volunteer with Florida Voices for Animals?

By Laura Weiss

Animals cannot have enough voices! 

“We are stronger in numbers!” 

FVA is a 501 c 3 charity organization that promotes animal rights and educates the public on how to make compassionate choices to reduce the suffering of animals.  We put on events such as Tampa Bay Veg Fest annually, have protests, give aid to animal sanctuaries and shelters, and have park and coastal cleanups throughout the year.  We believe in protecting our environment, no animal cruelty, supporting ethical labor, educating the public/consumers about reading food ingredients, clothing labels, shopping, etc.  

We can never have enough volunteers!   

Your work as a volunteer can inspire positive changes for animals, the environment, social justice, and our health! 

When we all work together, we can create a significant impact.  

No job is ever too small! 

Volunteering is a wonderful way to build skills and knowledge, while also helping our community. 

You can be a role model for other people, by inspiring others to follow in your footsteps, to make a positive change in our society!  

Volunteering for FVA allows you to meet many new “like minded” friends who are also passionate about being a voice for animals, protecting our environment, supporting ethical practices, and enjoying better health. 

We have many volunteer jobs to fill all the time!   

Here are just a few examples of jobs we need help with throughout the year: 

Veg Fest volunteers for all areas of our annual festival 

Activism/protesting 

Workdays at animal sanctuaries 

Park & Coastal cleanups 

Online activism – Keeping up with existing laws and regulations and

emailing commissioners and congressmen to make changes for the

better. 

Attending local commissioner meetings about animal rights 

Fundraising/Membership 

Community organizing 

Volunteering is great for your mental health too! 

It gives you a sense of purpose to contribute towards the issues you feel most passionate about. 

Gives you a chance to give back to your community! 

Gain knowledge and ability doing things you have always wanted to try, but never have! 

Improve your social skills and build self-confidence. 

Strengthen existing relationships with friends, family, or partners, working towards a common goal. 

Volunteering can be beneficial and fun for everyone!!