Volunteer

Second Chance Dog Rescue is a volunteer-powered, foster-based, non-profit animal rescue. Our greatest asset is the dedication and compassion of our volunteers. Our ability to save lives is directly tied to the number of volunteers we have at any given moment.

If you have a passion for animals and would like to help save lives, please consider volunteering! There are many ways you can help even if you have limited time or resources!

Please note: In-person volunteer opportunities are on hold due to COVID-19. There are still many ways to help volunteer remotely. Please reach out to learn how you can help!

ONGOING VOLUNTEERS

There are many different ways to volunteer! Depending on the particular volunteer role, the time commitment can be as little as an hour a month or as much time as you have to give!

Adoption Coordinator

Assist in finding homes for lucky dogs by marketing available dogs for adoption, reviewing applications, contacting landlord /vet offices, conducting phone screens, setting up home visits, and completing adoption paperwork.

Matchmaker

Assist in finding pre-approved adopters a great match for their family. Suggest dogs throughout the week and help answer questions for adopters already through the pre-approval process.

Event Coordinator — ON HOLD DURING COVID-19

Assist in coordinating foster, dog, and volunteer attendance for adoption events that take place on Saturday or Sunday.

Adoption Screener

Assist in pre-approving adopters by reviewing applications, contacting landlord/vet offices, conducting phone screens, and setting up home visits. Not required to attend an adoption event.

Foster Screener

Assist in approving fosters by reviewing applications, contacting landlord/vet offices, conducting phone screens, and setting up home visits. Not required to attend adoption events.

Social Media

Assisting to upkeep our Facebook account with relevant and important rescue information.

Administrative Support

Assisting with the many operational and organizational administrative tasks required to keep Second Chance moving smoothly. This may include data entry, paperwork, running errands etc.

VOLUNTEER WHEN YOU CAN

We have many Second Chance volunteers who assist when they can, but are not able to commit to a recurring role.

Fundraising

Help Second Chance with fundraising events, or general fundraising activities.

Handlers — ON HOLD DURING COVID-19

Join us for an adoption event on Saturday or Sunday and help to handle our dogs while they meet prospective adopters.

Drivers — ON HOLD DURING COVID-19

Help to drive dogs from boarding or foster homes to events or vet appointments. It is helpful if drivers can stay and handle that dog while at the event, but not required.

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