34th Annual Walk with the Animals presented by DCH Subaru of Riverside - Walk with the Animals - One Time Volunteer Application
Walk with the Animals 2026 - Volunteer Opportunities!
Join Walk with the Animals 2026 – Riverside’s Largest Pet-Friendly Fundraiser!
Looking for a fun, pet-friendly event in Riverside? Join Walk with the Animals, presented by DCH Subaru of Riverside, the Mary S. Roberts Pet Adoption Center's largest annual charity walk for pets. This heartwarming event brings together animal lovers, families, and local businesses for a morning of walking, festivities, and fundraising—all to support homeless pets.
Why Join Walk with the Animals?
✔️ Support homeless pets in Riverside, CA
✔️ Enjoy a dog-friendly walk at scenic Fairmount Park
✔️ Meet fellow pet lovers and local businesses
Event Information
Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026
Location: Fairmount Park – 2601 Fairmount Blvd, Riverside, CA 92501
Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Event Schedule
9:00 AM – Registration Opens, Pancake Breakfast, T-Shirt Pick-Up, Vendor Village Opens
9:45 AM – Blessing of the Animals
10:00 AM – Walk Begins
12:00 PM – Event Concludes
Volunteer Roles
- Vendor Assistance, 6:30AM - 9:00AM - Help our vendors set up their booths by moving their supplies across the vendor village to their pre-assigned spot. Lifting/carrying up to 30 pounds.
- Route Cheerleader, 9:00AM - 11:30AM - Ensure walkers are following the correct route and hold signs to encourage them throughout the walk.
- Vendor Assistance, 11:30AM - 2:00PM - Help our vendors break down their booths by moving their supplies across the vendor village and loading their vehicles. Lifting/carrying up to 30 pounds.
- Event Tear Down, 12:00PM - 2:00PM - Assist with breaking down event, collecting and disposing of trash, and loading equipment onto MSRPAC vehicles. Lifting/carrying up to 30 pounds.
Volunteer Requirements
- Must be 14+ to volunteer, no exceptions.
- Must complete all areas of the online application; incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Must be able to commit to the full volunteer shift.
- Volunteers joining us from organization or clubs MUST wear a representative shirt from their organization/ club. Independent volunteers with no corporate or club affiliations will be provided a Walk shirt.
- Pets are not permitted to volunteer with you. If you prefer to participate with your pet, you can sign up to Walk!
Other Details
The Walk is outdoors in the early morning, so wear warm layers and water-resistant shoes. Also, be prepared for a few hours of standing.
There are no designated areas to leave your personal items so please only bring what you can carry or leave in your car.
Parking is free at the park.
Need a record of your volunteer hours to submit to your school or work?
At the end of your volunteer shift, please find Volunteer Services Coordinator, Moi to sign off on your hours!
Please note that the schedule summary below does not reflect a volunteer shift. You will be able to select a volunteer shift on the application in the next page.
