Volunteer Opportunities 

Volunteer getting kisses from black lab.We rely on our amazing volunteers to help with many aspects of our guide and service dog operations.  Volunteers are the lifeblood of any not-for-profit organization, and without the dedication, commitment, and support of these giving individuals, the Guide Dog Foundation could not accomplish our mission.

Last year, our volunteers donated more than 4 million hours of their time to help us serve people with disabilities.

Our volunteer family includes puppy raisers, individuals who act as advisers on our board of directors, work in our kennels, and host events to raise money for our programs.  They help out in the office or transport puppies and adult dogs.  They also go on speaking engagements and lead tours, help serve meals when class is in session, and socialize with students during free time.

Learn more about the many Foundation volunteer opportunities below: