Volunteer Opportunities 

We deeply appreciate our incredible volunteers, who are the lifeblood of our guide and service dog programs. Their unwavering dedication and generosity drive the success of the Guide Dog Foundation.
Within our volunteer community, we have so many ways to get involved. Check out some paw some individual, group, or family volunteer opportunities below and join us today! 

 
Puppy raisers provide loving homes for our Foundation puppies until the dogs are old enough to enter our certified training programs. Family Friendly option and suitable for families with children under 16. Learn more...

Individuals or families care for an adult breeder dog in their home. Family Friendly option and suitable for families with children under 16. Learn more...
 

Community outreach volunteers spread awareness of our volunteer programs by visiting Long Island businesses and organizations and ask permission to hang puppy raiser recruitment posters. Family Friendly option and suitable for families with children under 16. Learn more...
 

Assist on-site with various activities related to Foundation hosted events. Learn more...
 

 Puppy Camp will provide a temporary home for our puppies in training to become guide or service dogs, for typically 2-3 weeks at a time. Family Friendly option and suitable for families with children under 16.  Learn more...

Individuals interested in hosting toy drive can collect new durable toys or other items. Our Amazon Wish List is the easiest way for us to accept items. Here is a list of needed donation items. Family Friendly option and suitable for families with children under 16. Learn more...

Taxi Team volunteers drive Foundation-owned vehicles to transport puppies, dogs and people to various local and long-distance destinations.  Learn more...

Volunteers are needed to serve the students on-campus breakfast, lunch and dinner on weekdays and weekends. Learn more...
 

Temp home volunteers care for our puppy or adult dog in their home for varying periods. Family Friendly option and suitable for families with children under 16. Learn more...

Organize a variety of events from charity paintball tournaments to virtual fundraising online. Family Friendly option and suitable for families with children under 16. Learn more...
 
 

Volunteers represent our organizations at various events and speaking engagements throughout New York and across the country. Learn more...  
 

Help stitch crate mats and other items for our dogs. Learn more...