Provide a temporary home for rescued Pekingese dogs, offering care and attention until they are adopted. Responsibilities include addressing behavioral issues, administering medication, and participating in the selection of the dog's permanent home.

Conduct telephone reference checks and personal interviews for potential adopters or volunteers. This role requires strong communication skills and attention to detail.

Assist in transporting Pekingese dogs to foster homes, veterinary appointments, or adoption events. Volunteers must have a valid driver's license and be comfortable handling dogs during transport.

Help maintain areas planted with native grasses and wildflowers in highly visible areas. Opportunities include the new Holland Lake Pollinator Garden, the Visitor Center Backyard and Boathouse, and Holland Lake Bay.

As an Adopt-a-Park volunteer, you will be notified first by email when new projects come up that focus on your selected park. Opportunities include picking up trash, maintaining trails, improving park features, and reducing invasive species.

Enjoy the outdoors while assisting park visitors with questions, directions, and providing an extra support measure in case of emergencies. Teams include Ski, Mountain Bike, Greenway & Park Trail, Dog Park, or Equestrian.

Photography Volunteers take high-quality photos of foster Danes for adoption profiles, helping to introduce the dogs to potential adopters. Their work is crucial in showcasing the dogs' personalities and aiding in their adoption.

Home Visit Volunteers assess potential adoptive homes by visiting applicants, observing their environment, and determining suitability for a Great Dane. They ensure the home meets the specific needs of the breed.

Transport Volunteers pick up Great Danes and transport them to foster homes across Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, and the Dakotas. They work with the Transport Coordinator to ensure safe and efficient transport of the dogs.

Foster Mentors educate assigned foster homes on the foster process and rules, connect fosters with resources, and maintain communication with foster homes. They report incidents to the Director of Foster Homes and require excellent communication and organizational skills.

Event Volunteers assist in setting up and tearing down events, engage with the public about the rescue's work, and may bring their Dane as an ambassador. They help ensure events run smoothly and support fundraising efforts.

Bring your expertise to making decisions on opportunities offered through in-person classes, webinars, and our bi-yearly conferences. Help shape the educational offerings of the society.

Sustain and develop our programs through your expertise in development and grant writing. Volunteers will work closely with our team to secure funding and resources for our initiatives.

Assist in planning and coordination of fundraising efforts throughout the year. This role involves organizing events and campaigns to support the society's mission.

Duties include opening and closing the center, answering the phone, and helping patrons find their way around the center. New volunteers work with experienced volunteers. No experience is necessary, training will be provided.

Join us as a volunteer to help build a healthy and productive community. Volunteers support programs that provide aid to the needy, help build a vibrant community, and support youth empowerment initiatives.

Volunteers will correspond with incarcerated individuals, offering companionship and emotional support through letters. This role helps to reduce feelings of isolation among prisoners.

Mentors provide guidance and support to individuals transitioning from incarceration back into the community. Volunteers will help mentees navigate challenges and build a stable life post-release.

Join us on Saturday, September 27th from 10 am - 12 pm as we volunteer at Open Arms Farms. Volunteers will help with seasonally appropriate tasks in the garden, with tools and instructions provided on site. This is a great opportunity to connect with like-minded young professionals while giving back to the community.

As a Volunteer Supervisor, help ensure events run smoothly while gaining restoration, communication, and leadership skills. This role is crucial for cultivating the next generation of environmental stewards.