Volunteers are needed to help maintain 102 miles of the Appalachian Trail in the Great Smoky Mountains and Nantahala National Forest. Responsibilities include cutting back brush, cleaning water drainages, and filling in washed-out areas. Experienced volunteers provide on-the-job training.

Volunteers are needed to serve at Royal Family KIDS Camps, providing a safe and loving environment for foster children. Responsibilities include participating in camp activities, mentoring children, and ensuring a positive camp experience. Full-time volunteers must undergo a background check, interview, and training.

Main Office Volunteers support the administrative functions of the rescue, including filing, data entry, and assisting with event preparation. This role is vital for maintaining the organization's efficiency and responsiveness.

Application team members review potential adoption applications for orphaned Golden Retrievers, ensuring a perfect match between dogs and their new families.

Volunteer Grooms assist in the grooming, training, and exercise of horses, supporting their rehabilitation and preparation for adoption. This role involves hands-on work with horses to enhance their training and care.

Transport team members help transport dogs or supplies from shelters and owners to vet appointments. Volunteers must have a reliable vehicle and be willing to follow transport guidelines.

Provide temporary, loving environments for Dobermans in need, helping them heal and adjust as they prepare for adoption into their forever homes. Fostering is crucial to the rescue efforts, ensuring dogs aren't given to unsuitable homes or exposed to dangerous situations.

Home visit volunteers conduct home inspections and complete questionnaires to help match Golden Retrievers with their perfect forever families.

Foster volunteers provide temporary homes for dogs, helping them adjust and prepare for adoption. Responsibilities include caring for the pet, bringing them to adoption events, and assisting with medical care, with no financial obligation required.

Join our team of volunteers and provide a temporary home for a foster dog. The rescue supplies everything needed to care for your foster dog, requiring only space in your home and love.

Social Media Volunteers create and manage content for the rescue's social media platforms, helping to raise awareness and engage the community. This role involves content creation, community interaction, and marketing strategy.

Foster team members provide temporary homes for Golden Retrievers in need, helping them prepare for their forever homes. Volunteers with or without other pets are welcome to apply.

Volunteer Barn Assistants work closely with our equine team to provide essential care for the horses, including feeding, grooming, and maintaining clean stalls. This role is crucial for ensuring the health and well-being of each horse.

Maintenance Volunteers ensure the facility remains safe and functional by performing repairs, landscaping, and cleaning tasks. This role is crucial for maintaining the environment for both horses and staff.

Fundraising event team members assist in organizing and executing events like Goldens in the City and the Golden Golf Classic, which are essential for raising funds.

Assist in organizing and participating in adoption events, local festivals, and pet-related functions to help promote the rescue and find homes for dogs.

Join the Bakeroos team as a volunteer baker to create custom birthday cakes for children in the Knoxville foster community. Responsibilities include completing an application, attending an orientation and food safety course, and passing a kitchen inspection.

Event Planning Volunteers help organize and execute events, from brainstorming ideas to setting up and cleaning up. This role is essential for creating successful events that promote our mission and engage the community.

Support the panel discussion on homelessness by assisting with event logistics, including setting up the venue, managing attendee registration, and coordinating with speakers.

Assist in placing dogs into their forever homes by working with applicants to find the perfect fur companion. This role involves coordinating applications and ensuring a good match between dogs and adopters.