IQEQ Volunteers Lend a Helping Hand at the GSPCA
The GSPCA was delighted to welcome a team of volunteers from IQEQ to the Animal Shelter in St Andrew's yesterday, with staff members giving up a day in the office to support the charity's vital work caring for animals and wildlife in Guernsey.
The enthusiastic group arrived shortly after 9am and were greeted by GSPCA Community and Training Officer Tim Pellett before being set to work on a wide variety of projects around the shelter. Throughout the day, the team helped build a new aviary, carried out painting and maintenance tasks, assisted with cleaning duties, supported animal care work, completed grounds maintenance projects, walked dogs and much more.
Their hard work and positive attitude made a significant difference, helping the GSPCA team complete a range of important jobs which often prove difficult to fit into the busy day-to-day running of the shelter.
GSPCA Manager Steve Byrne said:
"We are incredibly grateful to everyone from IQ-EQ who joined us for the day. The team worked tirelessly from the moment they arrived and tackled a huge variety of tasks across the shelter and grounds. Their support has made a real difference and helps us ensure we can continue providing the highest standards of care to the animals and wildlife that need our help."
"Corporate volunteering days are incredibly valuable to charities such as the GSPCA. Not only do they provide practical support that saves us both time and money, but they also allow local businesses to see first-hand the work that goes on behind the scenes at the shelter. We would like to thank IQ-EQ for choosing to spend their day with us and for their fantastic contribution."
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives continue to play an important role in supporting charities and community organisations across Guernsey. By encouraging employees to volunteer, businesses can make a positive impact locally while also providing valuable team-building opportunities and helping staff engage with causes that matter to them.
The GSPCA welcomes volunteering support from businesses, organisations and community groups throughout the year. Corporate volunteer days can be tailored to suit different team sizes and abilities, with activities ranging from animal enrichment projects and gardening to maintenance work, cleaning, fundraising initiatives and helping with major developments such as the charity's ongoing rebuilding project.
Steve added:
"There are always jobs to be done at the Shelter and every volunteer makes a difference. Whether it's helping with maintenance, improving facilities, supporting events or assisting with our grounds, the support we receive from corporate teams is invaluable. We would be delighted to hear from any businesses looking to incorporate volunteering into their CSR programmes."
For more information about corporate volunteering opportunities with the GSPCA, please contact the team on 01481 257261 or visit www.gspca.org.gg.
Check out more on the #GSPCABiggestBuildAppeal – https://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspcabiggestbuildappeal
To donate to our work and the other animals in our care https://giving.gg/donate/charity/2/Guernsey-Society-for-the-Prevention-of-Cruelty-to-Animals-(GSPCA)
To see animals looking for new homes
https://www.gspca.org.gg/animals
To see our youtube channel and lots of videos please visit https://www.youtube.com/@TheGuernseySPCA
To see events, ways to support and animals in need please see our latest blog https://www.gspca.org.gg/blog
Upcoming events
- Rabbit Awareness Week (RAW) 23rd – 27th July 2026
- Summer Guided Tours July/August 2026 to be confirmed
- South Show GSPCA Dog Show Saturday 8th August 2026
- West Show 12th-13th August 2026
- World Lizard Day 14th August 2026
- North Show 19th-20th August 2026
- International Dog Day 26th August 2026
- World Animal Month October 2026
- World Animal Day 4th October 2026
- Feral Cat Day 16th October 2026
- National cat Day 29th October 2026
- Halt Term Spooky Tours October 2026 to be confirmed
- Dog First Aid Course 6.30pm - 8.45pm Thursday 12th November 2026 Ref – Dog12/11
- Cat First Aid Course 6.30pm - 8.45pm Thursday 26th November 2026 Ref – Cat26/11
- Possible Christmas Themed Animal Discovery Trail November/December 2026 to be confirmed with possible Ball
- World Wildlife Conservation Day 4th December 2026
- Festive Tours December/January 2026/7 to be confirmed
- Sidneys Sponsored Events - Grease and Dirty Dancing Saturday 10th April 2027
Steve continued “There are many ways to support the work of the GSPCA.”
“Our BIGGEST BUILD is now underway and we are desperately looking for support and to help in anyway please do get in touch and check out this link https://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/gspca-biggestbuild-begins-demolition-underway-%E2%80%93-buying-brick-sponsorship-can-you-help .”
“To become an Angel Pen Pal Sponsor donating each month to help the hundreds of animals in our care which you can do by downloading this form - http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Angel%20sponsor%20form%20special%202018%20new.pdf or to become a Corporate Angel Pen Pal form for your business to sponsor animals in our care each year please click here http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Corporate%20Angel%20Pen%20Pal%20sponsor%20formnew.pdf .”
“To think of helping animals and our work in your legacy or will please check out https://www.gspca.org.gg/about/gifts-wills-and-funding .”
“For those from those want to give CSR time and skills to those wanting to help sponsor or support something from our Wish List at the GSPCA http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/our-plans-wish-list .”
“If your group or business would like to find out about spending a day at the Shelter please go to -
http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/corporate-and-group-days “
“For other ways your business can help us here at the GSPCA please go to -
http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/how-your-business-can-help-gspca-corporate-sponsorship “
“If you would like to volunteer then to find out more details here -
http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/volunteers or to complete the volunteer application form please check out https://service.sheltermanager.com/asmservice?account=gspca&method=online_form_html&formid=14 .”
"We also have vacancies at the GSPCA and to find out more please visit https://www.gspca.org.gg/about/vacancies ."
"For lots of ways to support our work please visit https://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-celebrating-150-years ."
“To visit our facebook page check out this link please click here .”
“To visit our x page please click here .”
“Thank you for your support.”
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