Volunteers make possible everything we do! 

From individualized care for the animals to operating the RAPS Thrift Stores and serving on the Board of Directors, volunteers make it all happen.

One of the outstanding humans who make RAPs run is Sharon Locyayo, this month’s Volunteer of the Month!

Meet Sharon …

What is your role at RAPS?

Volunteer at RAPS Thrift Store Number 1 (Granville Road)

How long have you been volunteering and/or working with RAPS?

From 2017 to 2021, and again from May 2025 to now.

What makes you committed to RAPS?

For the animals!

What is your favourite / least favourite part of your job?

Favourite: Interesting people (volunteers & customers)

Least favourite: Cleaning up after the dumpster divers.

What do you do in your spare time?   

Volunteer at RAPS, aalking, biking, gardening.

Do you have pets?

Budgies.

Thanks Sharon for everything you do!