Volunteering in Bathurst with RSPCA NSW

The RSPCA NSW Bathurst Volunteer Branch plays an important role in supporting animals and pet owners across the Bathurst region. Managed entirely by dedicated volunteers, the branch focuses on fundraising, community support and practical assistance to help improve animal welfare locally.

The branch provides help to members of the community and their beloved pets through desexing, microchipping, food support and veterinary assistance during times of need. These programs are designed to support responsible pet ownership and assist families who may be doing it tough, while keeping pets healthy, safe and at home. 

Branch members meet monthly from February to November, on the third Friday at 10:30am. Meetings offer a welcoming opportunity to connect, share ideas and plan activities that directly benefit animals and the local community. 

If you are interested in volunteering in Bathurst and want to make a meaningful local impact, joining the Bathurst Volunteer Branch is a great way to meet like‑minded people, support local animals and contribute to the ongoing work of RSPCA NSW. Whether you assist at events, support community initiatives or help raise funds, your involvement can make a real difference for animals and families in need.

Volunteering in Bathurst with our amazing Bathurst Branch

Contact Details

PO Box 448
Bathurst, NSW, 2795
Email: bathurstbranch@rspcansw.org.au

Frequently Asked Questions

Do volunteer branches and supporter groups respond to animal cruelty complaints?

Our volunteer branches and supporter groups cannot investigate animal cruelty matters. If you need to make an animal cruelty report, please phone our 24-hour contact centre on 1300 278 3589.

Though many of our branches and supporter groups offer subsidised desexing and emergency veterinary assistance, we encourage you to contact your nearest branch, supporter or community volunteer group to inquire about the services and discounts we provide.

Money raised by our branches and supporter groups is spent to address the needs of the local community. With the endorsement of its members, branches also occasionally allocate funds to the wider organisation, to be used for events or community programs that promote the improvement of animal welfare.

Our branches and supporter groups do not function as animal shelters. They instead raise funds for our organisation and assist with outreach animal assistance.

You do not need to be a RSPCA NSW financial member to volunteer at any of our shelters and adoption centres, branches, supporter groups, or events. Conversely, becoming a volunteer does not automatically make you a member. However, if you wish to join the executive committee at one of our regional branches or supporter groups or want to have voting rights within that branch or group, you will need to become a financial member first.

While volunteers do not receive exclusive discounts or event admission, we frequently offer promotions, special invitations, and discounts to events to all our supporters.
Unfortunately, every state runs a different membership program. You will need to reapply to volunteer with a specific RSPCA.