Volunteering at the Bill Atkinson Animal Welfare Center is a rewarding experience! Whether it’s doing laundry for fresh bedding, walking dogs, or socializing with cats, your time will help care for animals while in their temporary home.
Contact us at 770.339.3200 or AWEVolunteers@GwinnettCounty.com for more information.

To get started, simply visit Volunteer Gwinnett to browse ongoing and one-time volunteer opportunities. Your time and dedication is greatly appreciated!

The Bill Atkinson Animal Welfare Center receives thousands of animals annually. With donations, public education including responsible pet ownership, vaccination clinics, spay/neuter clinics, and animal wellness can be provided.

Thank you for donating to support the initiatives of Animal Welfare and Enforcement. Your generous donations are appreciated and used to provide care for Gwinnett's furry friends. Monetary donations are tax-deductible under Section 170(c) of the Internal Revenue Code; a receipt will be provided.

All types of items are needed to help care for animals at the Bill Atkinson Animal Welfare Center. Feel free to stop by during office hours to donate any of the following:
Canned food for kittens, cats, and dogs (pate only; no salmon) Cat carriers: medium size, hard plastic or cardboard Large orthopedic dog beds (washable) Frontline flea control for dogs and cats Cardboard cat scratchers EZ Nabber 16” Dog treats Cat treats