Volunteer Opportunities

Wanna Save Some Labs?

Maybe...just maybe...you've been thinking about getting involved with MLRR. If you've been thinking about it, there's no better time than now. We are a passionate group and it takes every one of us to make this dream happen...the dream of saving labs. Yes, it literally takes a village. You can volunteer a lot, or just a little...we have the perfect opportunities for you. Below is a list of those positions at MLRR...it would be amazing if you'd consider filling one of these volunteer roles...the Labs would be SO GRATEFUL...WE would be SO GRATEFUL! We promise, we're a lot of fun...join our team! Let's do this!

Medical Coordinator ~

Upon intake, the MLRR Medical Coordinator is in charge of ensuring MLRR rescue dogs receive Board Approved routine veterinary care at established partner vets prior to anticipated adoption. The ideal candidate loves labs, is organized and able to communicate effectively. Significant veterinary knowledge is not required but the willingness to learn routine veterinary protocols (e.g. puppy shots, HW, kennel cough) for dogs is essential. Estimated commitment is 20-25 hours per month. Learn more about this role here. If you are interested in this role, please fill out a volunteer application here. Please make a note of your desired position under Volunteer Interests - Other.

Placement Coordinator ~

The primary purpose of this role is to match approved adopters with labs available for adoption based on specific characteristics and criteria. The ideal candidate is organized, is detail oriented and possesses excellent communication skills. Estimated commitment is 15-20 hours per month. Learn more about this role here. If you are interested in this role, please fill out a volunteer application here. Please make a note of your desired position under Volunteer Interests - Other.

Volunteer Coordinator ~

Every member of the MLRR team is a volunteer, and we literally could not exist without the endless efforts of each, whether it be to help transport new MLRR dogs, create awareness at Events, foster the dogs we bring into our rescue, or countless other ways volunteers make what we do possible.The primary purpose of the Volunteer Coordinator’s role is to strengthen and grow the MLRR volunteer team through recruitment and communication. The ideal candidate has a positive energy, loves people and social gatherings. Estimated commitment is 10-15 hours per month. If you are interested in this role, please fill out a volunteer application here. Please make a note of your desired position under Volunteer Interests.

Be A Foster Home ~

Every week we receive hundreds of pleas to save Labs in desperate need, but we can’t help them without YOU. Without foster homes, we can’t answer their prayers.

Please help us save more lives by becoming a foster parent! Have you considered fostering but aren't quite sure what it's all about? We have answers to your questions...learn more.

Home Visit Volunteers ~

Do you have a social dog? Then we could really use your help performing home checks. Each family requires a home check before final adoption approval. We're in dire need of volunteers that can do these home checks with their friendly dog to determine if they're a good match to adopt. All home checks are located within the Chicago area and suburbs. Locations, days and times vary, so you can choose the visits that fit within your schedule and that are near you. Estimated commitment is 2 hours per month. If you are interested in this role, please fill out a volunteer application here. Please make a note of your desired position under Volunteer Interests.

Transport Volunteers ~

Got a reliable vehicle? Then we want you! We are in desperate need of volunteers that can provide transportation for our foster labs to vet appointments and events within the Chicago area and suburbs. Locations, days and times vary, so you can choose the trips that fit within your schedule. Volunteer a little or volunteer a lot...it's up to you. Estimated commitment is 2-4 hours per month. If you are interested in this role, please fill out a volunteer application here. Please make a note of your desired position under Volunteer Interests.

Event Volunteers ~

Let's spread the word! That's what events are all about....featuring our available dogs at meet & greets, hosting educational seminars and promoting ways to get involved with our rescue are just a few examples. The ideal person for this position is social and has the flexibility in their schedule to attend events that are primarily on the weekends. Estimated commitment is 2-4 hours per event. If you are interested in this role, please fill out a volunteer application here. Please make a note of your desired position under Volunteer Interests.