Blue Earth Nicollet County Humane Society

Adoption Hours

NEW ADOPTION HOURS
Thursday & Friday 3 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.

We still need volunteers for for Kiwanis Holiday Lights!

December 8th - 7:15-9:30 p.m. - 4 Volunteers
Christmas Eve 4:40-7:30 p.m. - 3 Volunteers
Christmas Eve 7:15-9:30 p.m. - 2 Volunteers
Dinner is provided after the first shift. Snacks are available for both shifts. Dress appropriately for the weather, however warm-up breaks are available every 20-30 minutes. Children ages 12 -15 are welcome, but they must be accompanied by a parent.

If you are interested in helping, please click the volunteer button below, email info@benchs.org or call 507-625-6373 to join in on the fun! If you'd like to sign up for both shifts during an evening, please sign up for each shift separately. Only register volunteers aged 16 or older.

I Can Volunteer!

Volunteer Dog Walking Hours

You can make a difference in the lives of the dogs at BENCHS by walking and socializing with them.

Fall/Winter Hours
Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday
3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
*We no longer offer Sunday hours.

For first time walkers, arrive 15 minutes before each session for orientation.

We are always looking for new walkers. Spend an hour of your time (or more!) bettering your health and helping a homeless dog. Our dogs love to get their outside time, regardless of the weather conditions!

We Want YOU

Volunteer Sign Up

Volunteer Portal

Submit the time and type of volunteer work you have completed.

Students needing volunteer hours for school must log hours to receive credit.

Volunteer Login

HaveAHeart

Did you know that at many animal shelters a positive heartworm test is the last test that dog will ever have? Ever.
The next step for that animal is to be “put down” because a shelter is unable or unwilling to pay the high cost of treating heartworm. BENCHS believes that these young and otherwise healthy dogs deserve a second chance. You can help by making a donation to help cover the cost of treatment for one of these dogs.

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Upcoming Events

BENCHS is Seeking an Executive Director

BENCHS is seeking a full-time Executive Director
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Work with the BOD and staff to prepare an annual budget.
Administer the funds of the organization according to approved budget
Attend monthly board meetings and serve on all applicable committees.
Communicate regularly with Shelter Supervisor as to the well-being of the animals at BENCHS.
Develop operational procedures, promoting adoption events, and interacting with donors
Facilitate regularly scheduled staff meetings.
Reflect a good public image for BENCHS at all times.

Education, Special Skills and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree is strongly preferred, but not necessary.
Three years’ experience in management, preferably in a non-profit organization.
Demonstrated supervisory knowledge
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and motivational skills
Ability to work in an emotionally taxing filed and around animals iin a fast-paced environment..
Excellent oral and written communications
Basic knowledge/experience with finance and accounting.

Computer skills including: Microsoft Office, Quick books, Google Suites, e-mail and social media.

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Apply at www.indeed.com. Search for Executive Director, Mankato MN
Contact info@benchs.org. with quesitons. Applications accepted until the position is filled.

Benefit Concert at Patrick's

December 15 Patrick's on Third in St. Peter BENCHS has been chosen as the beneficiary of the 3rd annual benefit concert! City Mouse will be playing and Patrick's will have three menu items and one drink special dedicated to us. We will have a supply of long-sleeved t-shirts and sweatshirts available for sale.

Breakfast Buffet Fundraiser

Sunday, December 16, 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. - WowZone Mankato
Come to the Wow Zone for a delicious breakfast buffet and support BENCHS at the same time! Breakfast buffet includes breakfast potatoes, biscuits and gravy, pancakes, french toast, bacon, sausage, ham, scrambled eggs, orange juice and coffee.

COST:
Adults: $12.00
Kids 5 - 12: $5.00
4 & under: FREE

Microchip Events at PetSmart

PetSmart Mankato
Dec. 28
5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

The cost to microchip each pet is just $35 (cash only).
Dogs must be brought on a leash and cats brought in a carrier. To participate, you must bring proof of your pet’s current rabies vaccination (a print copy or an electronic copy shown on your phone).