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 some of the 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, so please, join our team!

Be A Foster Home ~

Every week we receive dozens 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.

The average stay for a pup in foster care is 3 weeks! During this time, we pay for absolutely everything: Food, supplies, leash/collar, crate, vet care, you name it, we provide it! All we need from you is a safe and loving space for our pups to recover. 

Have a preference for what type of lab you want to foster? No problem, we will pick a dog that best meets your current family's needs. 

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 ~

We are getting more apps now than in the history of our organization. We take considerable care and time vetting each adopter. We could really use your help! We call the family's current/past vet, we speak to reference(s) and we conduct a virtual home visit with the family before their application can be approved. We're in always in need of volunteers that can do these checks to determine if the family is a good match to adopt. Days and times vary based on YOUR schedule, so you can choose the calls/meetings to times that fit within your schedule. Estimated commitment is 1.5 hours per application and you can do as few or as many as you want. 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 always in need of volunteers that can provide transportation for our foster labs from out of state transports to our fosters. Also, some of our fosters need help getting their pups to vet appointments and other 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. Some car rides are 20 minutes and others are 2 hours. You pick what works for you. 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 and fun events. 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.

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