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Home / Get Involved / Volunteer / Campus Opportunities

Campus Opportunities

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Raising an assistance dog isn’t the only way to support our cause. Campus volunteers help with events, data entry, dog walking, and more! Volunteer needs vary throughout the year. Please review the opportunities below.

Step 1: Review our Opportunities

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Event Help

Whether greeting guests, running a game, or helping with tear-down, we couldn’t do it without our amazing event crew. We host three major fundraisers a year: Fetching Ball Gala, Tails of Independence Luncheon, and Can Do Woofaroo. We also celebrate client graduation in February, June, and October and have quarterly open houses. Responsibilities vary at each event.

Accepting applications.

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Marketing and Communication

If you’re more of the creative type, we are always seeking talented individuals to assist with creative projects. These projects include video production, article writing, and photography. If you have experience in these or any other creative fields, we’d love to have you!

Accepting applications. 

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ASL Interpreter

For clients who are deaf or hard of hearing, volunteer ASL interpreters provide interpretation during training sessions and at public events. Interpreters must be professionally certified when signing for large groups. Certification is not required for one-on-one settings; however, interpreters must be fluent in ASL.

Accepting applications. 

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Administrative Support

Help us stay organized and efficient! Administrative volunteers provide office support such as filing, data entry, filling in at the front desk, and making phone calls. Administrative volunteers typically volunteer within our regular business hours of Monday-Friday, between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m.

Not accepting applications at this time.

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Dog Exercisers

Want to get your doggy fix? We utilize volunteers to help exercise dogs Monday through Friday. The time commitment is one shift per week (approximately two hours each) for a minimum of three months. You can be the face the dogs look forward to seeing!

Not accepting applications at this time.

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Dog Groomers

Help keep our dogs on campus feeling fresh! Experienced dog groomers assist with grooming tasks such as brushing, ear cleaning, nail trims, and "happy handling" desensitization. The time commitment is one two-hour shift per week, Monday through Friday.

Not accepting applications at this time.

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Dog Transport

Calling all road trip lovers!  Transport volunteers drive dogs to and from our partner prisons in Minnesota and Wisconsin in our transport van, with occasional opportunities for long-distance transport trips. Since transports aren't on a regular schedule, we are looking for volunteers with flexible schedules to fulfill this role.

Accepting applications.

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Maintenance, Cleaning and Repair

Like to fix things? Consider using your skills to keep our facility in tip-top shape by helping with general maintenance, repair, and cleaning projects.

Not accepting applications at this time.

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Sewing

Volunteers who are experienced with sewing assist with cape alterations and other sewing projects from the comfort of their own home. Volunteers must have their own sewing machine and be able to perform alterations with a variety materials. Projects are available sporadically as needed.

Not accepting applications at this time.

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Community Outreach

Help spread the word about Can Do Canines and join our team of booth and tabling volunteers. We provide training beforehand that teaches you how to best speak about our organization and the work we do.

Not accepting applications at this time.

Step 2: Complete an Application

You’ve read through the various ways to get involved and you’re ready to dive in—that’s great! Please complete an online application, and we will be in contact with you within a week to schedule an informational phone call. This is a great time to ask any questions you have about the volunteer program, as well as an opportunity for us to get to know you more.

Apply to Volunteer

Have questions? Contact our Volunteer Team.

Send an email to volunteer@candocanines.org or call 763-331-3000, ext. 113.

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