Volunteer

Guide Dogs Queensland’s volunteers are engaged for special events, short periods of time, in dedicated positions or on a regular basis to assist us with daily activities.

We support and acknowledge the valued support of our volunteers through the implementation of clearly defined workforce management policies and procedures.

• Doorknocking your neighbourhood or office for our annual Pawknock Appeal
• Selling merchandise at our Puppy Appeal and Guide Dog Week stalls. An extra hand is always needed at market and event stalls.
• Working in our Bundaberg Op Shop and warehouse – duties include clothes sorting, pricing and sales.
• Administration duties and warehouse activities at our Breeding and Training Centre, Bald Hills.
• Administration duties and merchandise stalls at our seven regional centres. We have offices in Cairns, Townsville, Rockhampton, Bundaberg, Toowoomba, the Sunshine Coast and Gold Coast.
• Puppy Raising
• Ambassador Dog holders: Representing the association with an Ambassador Dog by your side. The dog lives with you full-time.
• Breeding Stock carer: Boarding and providing a caring home to our Broods and Studs.
• General Boarding: Providing a temporary home for Guide Dogs or puppies as an alternative to kenneling at our centre.
• Team Projects: Corporate groups can undertake specific team building projects. Read more about our Corporate Partnerships program.
• Collection Dog Maintenance: Helping to clean and maintain our iconic Guide Dog Collection Models.