Volunteer/Donate

Volunteer
Thank you for considering becoming a BARK volunteer. We always need more ‘hands’ to help our dogs. Volunteer opportunities range from hands-on help with the dogs to supporting our administrative team with fundraising, marketing, or other exciting projects.

Please click on the links below to send a volunteer application to the team leader in the areas listed below.

Please note: BARK will contact you at the primary email address on your volunteer application.

• Kennel Care
  
• Adoption Outings and Events
• Transporting Dogs to Vet Appointments
• Fundraising/Grant Writing
• Public Relations/General Administration
• Become a Foster Parent

Thank You for your interest in volunteering with BARK!

Donate

• BARK is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. All donations are tax-deductible.
• BARK is 100% volunteer-operated; 100% of your donation goes to the dogs!  
• HELP US to fund surgeries, emergency services, and on-going care for puppies and adult dogs in need.  
• Even the smallest amount or item makes a BIG difference!

SECURE ONLINE DONATIONS: Click the icon below to make a secure donation through PayPal. (It may take a couple seconds for the PayPal page to appear.)

CHECKS in the MAIL: Checks payable to BARK may be mailed to the address on the bottom of this page.  

CHECKS & CASH: Checks payable to BARK and cash donations are accepted at any of our weekend outings. See our home page for details on where and when we will be in your community.

Wish List Items:

Gift Certificates to:

• Pet stores in or around Richmond
• Brook Run Animal Clinic (804)262-8621
• Montpelier Veterinary Hospital (804)883-5511
• Phone calling cards

Pet Care Items:

• Medium and large collars (new and/or used), leashes & grooming supplies
• Bite-sized dog treats, Nylabone chew toys, KONGs, squeaky toys
• Dog crates, igloos, kennel decks and kennel pens in good condition
• Kuranda beds — go to Kuranda.com, click on “Donate a Bed” and select us from the list, or call Kuranda at 1(800)494-7122
• Blankets, comforters and towels (must be washed prior to donation)
• Stainless Steel Water Buckets

Cleaning Supplies:

• Trash bags, paper towels
• Towels, disinfectant/bleach
• Snow shovels
• Large plastic bins that seal
• Dollar General Store Brooms

Office Supplies:

• Postage stamps
• 20# copy paper
• Business cards Avery #8371
• Mailing labels Avery #8162
• #10 security envelopes
• Small pads of paper