Be A Volunteer
Lets do something good. Together.
Current Volunteer Opportunities:
Board of Directors
Join Us. Lead With Purpose.
Curious about serving on PawPADs’ Board of Directors? We seek dedicated leaders to guide our mission, share your expertise, and help shape life-changing partnerships. Reach out to learn more about the responsibilities and requirements of board service.
K9 Kare Teams
These dedicated K9 Kare Team volunteers commit to one shift per week for 6 months (longer if they choose) to come to our training center and supervise our dogs during play and socialization time.
We have shifts available on weekday evenings and weekends, flexible enough for any schedule, but life-changing for the people who are eventually partnered with a service dog.
K9 Kare Team Volunteer requirements:
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Children over the age of 14 may volunteer with a family member who is over the age of 18.
• Must be able to come to our training center for at least one shift per week.
• Must love dogs!
Puppy Raisers
These folks take on the rewarding responsibility of welcoming one of our service dogs in-training into their home. They provide love, guidance, and early training, setting the foundation for their future success as assistance dogs. They teach them basic cues, take them in public, and provide a supporting and loving environment. PawPADs covers all the dog’s expenses.
Puppy Raiser requirements:
• Minimum of 18 years of age
• Must be able to take dog in public at least twice per week.
• In general, dog must not be left home alone for more than 3 hours at a time.
• Must submit weekly reports on the dog’s behavior and training.
• Provide a supporting, loving environment for the dog to learn in.
Done-In-A-Day Volunteers
‘Done-In-A-Day’ volunteer opportunities offer a chance for a group to make a meaningful impact within a single day or afternoon. If you’re big of heart but short on time, and still want to contribute, this is an ideal fit! You and your group can assist with specific tasks or help out with events without any long-term commitment.
‘Done-In-A-Day’ volunteers help with events, fence building, painting, kennel maintenance, and other PawPADs property-related projects.
The activities provide the opportunity to learn about and meet some of our service dog in-training while making a difference!
"From the dogs to the staff, PawPADs has been incredible to volunteer and learn with."
"This has been the most rewarding volunteer experience because the administration and staff there are so hard working and forward thinking."
" ... If you're looking to make a difference and be part of a wonderful cause, I highly recommend volunteering with the PawPADs family!..."
"This is truly a wonderful organization with a Director that knows everyone by name and you're not treated as just another volunteer."
