Lisa and Tom have shared their lives with Goldens for 30+ years and have been volunteering for GoldenRescuefor around 15 years. This dedicated couple have done so much for GR. They have fostered around 20 Goldens and have loved and nurtured them all. They just recently held two puppies for a few days to cover a pick-up time gap and...
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Posted: October 27, 2024
Ricki has been a treasured volunteer for over 15 years. We first met Ricki at the Bala Cranberry Festival many years ago when she visited our booth and offered to help, which she did the very next day. And she has been volunteering ever since. In fact, she has been the event coordinator for the Bala Cranberry Festival for several...
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Posted: October 27, 2024
Alyssa and David are quintessential Golden Angels as they do so much for Golden Rescue that it’s difficult to summarize in this short piece. With the help of their two Goldens, Stanley and Jack, they have fostered numerous Goldens, preparing them for their future journeys. Alyssa and David attribute their successful fostering to Stanley and Jack’s help as they welcome...
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Posted: August 17, 2024
Marge’s first Golden was Molson and he was a heartbreaker. He crossed the Rainbow Bridge at 14 years of age, which was a very tough time for Marge; however, Molson left her with a love for Goldens that has never waned. She believes that Goldens bring out the best in people. Her second Golden, Buffy, sadly passed at the age...
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Posted: July 27, 2024
Kimberlee has been an animal lover and particularly a Golden lover her whole life. In 2019, she joined the social media/communications team working on picnic communications. She now handles all special campaigns, including the 50-50 eblasts. She is absolutely amazing and the team loves working with her. Kimberlee says: “I love that I can do something to help sweet Goldens...
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Posted: June 19, 2024
Nikki adored her first Golden, Charlee, and fell in love with this wonderful breed. Luckily for us, Nikki’s love for Charlee was the impetus behind exploring the GR website as she wanted to see how she could help. The first thing Nikki signed up for was to foster a Golden. The experience of watching her first foster transform under her...
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Posted: June 17, 2024
Golden Rescue needs volunteer Drone Pilots to join our Search & Rescue Team. Every second counts when a dog goes missing, and your expertise could mean the difference between a lost pup and a safe reunion. Experience with lost dogs is valuable, but not required. Join us in this crucial mission and be the wings that bring our furry friends back home!
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Posted: June 12, 2024
We are looking for Event Coordinators (ECs) in:
to help us run a couple of events throughout the year. These events help raise funds and build awareness for Golden Rescue.
ECs work closely with Volunteer Coordinators and are responsible for the overall success of the event. This includes activities such as:
You will be provided with various resources and training to ensure you will be successful.
Being comfortable working with Microsoft and/or Google files, and a familiarity with Google drive would be an asset but not necessary.
Estimated Time Commitment: 5-6 hrs for each event spread across 4-6 weeks.
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Posted: June 12, 2024
Carole had been following Golden Rescue on social media for about six years when her beloved Jackson crossed the Rainbow Bridge. She thought volunteering would be a good way to fill the void. So, Carole and her husband, Kelly, joined the transport team and their first transport was Charlie #4449 who they drove from London to Toronto. Two weeks later,...
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Posted: April 21, 2024