Volunteer with GPA‑MN

GPA‑MN runs on 100% volunteer power! Whether you have just a few hours a month or want to be deeply involved, there is a role for you.

Fostering is The Lifeblood of GPA‑MN

Every greyhound who enters our adoption program goes directly into a foster home. Our loving foster families provide a safe and patient environment where greyhounds get a head start on learning about home life — stairs, glass doors, couches, and the simple joy of being a pet.

Foster homes have required reading and are screened as thoroughly as our adopters
GPA‑MN covers all food, supplies, and veterinary expenses
Foster person completes a hound profile within 2 weeks describing behavior and personality
Foster person brings foster dog to meet potential adopters
Our experienced volunteers guide you every step of the way!

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Find Your Role

There are many ways to help the hounds with GPA‑MN. Find the volunteer opportunity that fits your skills and schedule.

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Foster Homes

Open your heart and home to a retired racer while they await their forever family. GPA‑MN covers all food, supplies, and veterinary costs. You provide the love and a soft couch!

Varies (typically 4–10 weeks)

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Lost dog response team

Be part of a rapid response team to help look for greyhounds who have gotten loose! Search teams, people willing to distribute/post flyers, and people willing to be communication hubs, keeping searchers updated with most recent sightings and location maps.

Variable

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Special Events

Help staff events like Greyfest, Pride, and Race to Raise. From setup and/or teardown to greeting visitors and managing booths, every hand makes a difference.

4–6 hours per event

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Fundraising

Brainstorm new fundraiser ideas, and help solicit donations for established events. From concept to execution, one-off or annual, every dollar raised helps our hounds!.

2–4 hours per event

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Meet & Greet Ambassadors

Bring your greyhound to pet stores and community events to introduce the breed to potential adopters. A great way to be an ambassador for the cause.

2–3 hours monthly

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Coat Making

Sew winter coats for incoming foster greyhounds. Greyhounds have thin skin and low body fat, so they need coats in Minnesota winters. Fleece and sturdy fabrics can be provided.

Flexible, work from home

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