How Can I Help a Dog Rescue: Volunteering in Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire

Are you looking for ways to support a dog rescue in Lincolnshire or Nottinghamshire?  

When you find yourself wondering “how can I help a dog rescue”, you might envisage walking dogs and helping with their day-to-day care, but have you considered the many other ways you could make a difference, without being hands-on with the dogs?  

From helping behind the scenes to supporting in your local community, there are plenty of ways that you can make a lasting difference for our four-legged friends.  

Keep reading to discover the different ways you can get involved with volunteering at Jerry Green Dog Rescue. 

If you’re interested in volunteering at an animal charity, we might have the perfect role for you.  

Volunteering at Jerry Green Dog Rescue isn’t just about helping us to rehome dogs. It’s about enriching your own life with love and compassion, while being part of a community that brings hope to dogs in need. And without the support of volunteers, we simply could not do the work we do.  

Whatever your interest, skills, or amount of free time, we’ve got a role to suit you. Whether it’s supporting behind the scenes at our rescue centres, helping customers in our charity shops, or giving rescue dogs a temporary home, your contribution makes a huge difference.  

You can browse all of our volunteering roles and apply online. If you have any questions, our friendly volunteering team will be happy to have a chat.  

Volunteers make a huge contribution to the work we do at Jerry Green Dog Rescue. This year, volunteers have already given over 16,000 hours of their time across the charity.  

Each hour volunteered provides extra time and resources to support dogs who have been abandoned, neglected, or mistreated, giving them a second chance. 

Whether you’re looking for dog charity volunteering in Lincolnshire, Nottinghamshire, or your local community, there are so many ways that your passion for dogs can help.  

Where can I volunteer with dogs in Lincolnshire?  

We have a range of volunteering opportunities across Lincolnshire. These include supporting at our rehoming centres in Broughton, North Lincolnshire, and Algarkirk, South Lincolnshire. There are also seven charity shops across the county, where you could combine your passion for helping dogs with a retail environment.  

Where can I volunteer with dogs in Nottinghamshire?  

We have a range of volunteering opportunities in Nottinghamshire, including at our rehoming centre in Blidworth, as well as four charity shops. If you’re looking to volunteer with animals in Nottingham, check out our current opportunities to find out how you can get involved.  

How can I help animals in Lincolnshire? 

There are many ways you can help animals in Lincolnshire. At Jerry Green Dog Rescue, you could lend a hand in a charity shop, support fundraising activities, foster a dog, or help behind the scenes. Each of these roles contributes towards supporting the work we do in finding safe, loving homes for dogs in need.  

Where can I find charity shop volunteering near me?  

If you’re looking for charity shop volunteering near you, there could be a Jerry Green Dog Rescue charity shop on your doorstep. We currently have 11 shops across Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire which are supported by a team of staff and volunteers. You can find all of our charity shop locations on our website and discover our volunteering opportunities today.  

Do I need experience as a dog rescue volunteer? 

You don’t necessarily need experience volunteering at Jerry Green Dog Rescue – this will depend on the individual volunteering role. Many of our volunteering opportunities provide the chance to use the skills you already have, as well as learning something new.  

You can read about our current volunteering roles and any experience that might be required here.