Swan Center Outreach, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, was established in 1999, for the purpose of rescuing abused and neglected animals; and educating the general public, about the spiritual and therapeutic value of a loving relationship with animals.
We view animals as teachers, healers and friends, because they have a wonderful capacity for teaching us compassion, patience and tolerance; for healing the mind and the body; and for showing us how to love and be loved in return.
Swan Center Outreach, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, was established in 1999, for the purpose of rescuing abused and neglected animals; and educating the general public, about the spiritual and therapeutic value of a loving relationship with animals.
We view animals as teachers, healers and friends, because they have a wonderful capacity for teaching us compassion, patience and tolerance; for healing the mind and the body; and for showing us how to love and be loved in return.
Swan Center Outreach, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, was established in 1999, for the purpose of rescuing abused and neglected animals; and educating the general public, about the spiritual and therapeutic value of a loving relationship with animals.
We view animals as teachers, healers and friends, because they have a wonderful capacity for teaching us compassion, patience and tolerance; for healing the mind and the body; and for showing us how to love and be loved in return.

Swan Center Outreach
Animals as Teachers, Healers and Friends ®
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Our Volunteer Program is offered to children, ages 7 and above, adults and those with special needs.
Volunteers may participate at whatever level or length of time they are comfortable with.
Activities include:
General barn maintenance
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Cleaning and filling water containers
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Removing manure from stalls and pens
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Preparing and delivering feed and hay to the horses
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Catching & haltering horses
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Picking the horse's hooves
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Leading horses
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Training horses
Children, younger than 7, may be eligible after requesting and completing an interview to determine their ability to safely participate.
Individuals with special needs, must be accompanied by an assistant, until such time as they demonstrate that they can safely participate without assistance.
Community Service Hours: If you wish to apply for community service hours, you will need to volunteer two times, before applying.
What to Bring: We recommend that you wear sturdy, closed toe shoes, long pants, and a shade hat. The weather can change from cool to very warm in the morning hours, so it is best to bring layered outer wear. You may also want to bring water and a snack.
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Days/Hours
Sunday through Saturday 9:00 - 11:30 AM
To Sign Up
Call (213) 259-5968 or email sco@swancenter.org

