Join Our Team

DFW Pug Rescue runs entirely on volunteers. Every rescue, adoption, medical journey, foster home, fundraiser, event, social media post, transport, and happy ending happens because people like you choose to give their time.

Explore the roles below to find one that matches your skills, interests, and availability.

Volunteer Roles

Click each role to learn more. Some role descriptions are in progress, but if you are interested in anything, please apply or send us an email! (OPEN)= we are actively looking to fill the role.

Executive

President

Secretary

Treasurer

Operations

Director of Operations (Internal Systems & Infrastructure)

Volunteer Manager

Access Coordinator

FreshPet Distribution Coordinator

Supply Distribution Coordinator

Fund Development

Director of Development, Strategy (OPEN)

Director of Development, Relationships

Sponsorship Manager (multiple spots) (OPEN)

Partnership Manager (multiple spots) (OPEN)

Legacy Giving Manager (OPEN)

Grants Manager (OPEN)

Grants Coordinator

Major Donor & Stewardship Coordinator (OPEN)

CuppaPug Partnership Coordinator (multiple spots)

Events

Director of Events (OPEN)

Major Event Lead (OPEN)

Community Event Lead (OPEN)

Fundraising Event Lead (OPEN)

Vendor Appearances Lead (OPEN)

CuppaPug Event Coordinator

Merchandise Manager

Major Event Committee (multiple spots) (OPEN)

Community Event Committee (multiple spots) (OPEN)

Intake

Intake Director

Intake Coordinator

Shelter & Community Outreach Coordinator

Adoptions

Adoption Director

Adoption Content Coordinator

Adoption Listings Coordinator

Home Visit Coordinator

Vet Check Coordinator

Out-of-State Adoption Coordinator

Fostering

Foster Director

Foster Coordinator (multiple spots)

Respite Foster Coordinator

Medical

Medical Director

Hospice Care Coordinator

Sponsor a Pug Coordinator

Communications

Director of Communications

Social Media Coordinator (multiple spots) (OPEN)

Graphic Designer (multiple spots) (OPEN)

Website Administrator

Newsletter Coordinator (OPEN)

PR/Media Manager


Expected Time Commitment: Leadership roles require a more consistent commitment. Directors typically volunteer around 20 hours per week, Managers 10-15 hours per week, and Coordinators and Leads around 10 hours per week. All other volunteer opportunities offer flexible schedules based on your availability and the needs of the role.

Ready to Apply?

Complete our volunteer application for general volunteer inquiries, or email volunteers@dfwpugs.com with the role you are interested in, your resume (if applicable), a brief summary of your relevant experience, and any questions you may have.

We are excited to hear from you!

Meet Our Directors