HOW to HELP
Greyhound Rescue is predominantly volunteer-run and we rely on donations and fundraising to rescue, rehabilitate and rehome greyhounds in need. There are a number of ways you can help us to save the lives of greyhounds and give them a new life as a family pet.
You can help!
Volunteer
Join our volunteer family and work with our hounds
Donate
Make a tax-deductible donation to help with our rescue and rehoming costs
Sponsor
Sign up to ‘Help A Hound’ and start their new life right
Shop
An amazing range of products with profit going to help hounds in need
Volunteer
Volunteers are the very backbone of what we do at Greyhound Rescue, and we are always grateful for more help. Our kennel volunteers care for the hounds at Greysland, our facility in Sydney’s southern rural fringe.
In this role you will provide basic care to greyhounds and attend to their daily needs, including cleaning kennels and performing animal handling duties. You will be part of a fun, welcoming and dedicated team who share a commitment to helping and caring for greyhounds.
To volunteer you must:
- Have a love of greyhounds and a commitment to their welfare
- Complete online training and attend an induction shift
- Have your own transport; Greysland is not accessible by public transport
- Be available for a minimum of one, *4-hour shift per month and commit to the shifts you have agreed to, communicating any changes or cancellation in advance (where possible)
- Be at least 18 years of age
(* or 4 hours per month of administrative time for non kennel roles)
BECOME A GREYHOUND GUARDIAN
As a Greyhound Guardian, you’ll receive everything needed to care for your foster greyhounds at your onboarding day, including a bed, harness, collar, lead, muzzle, coat, slow feeder, treats, toys and more. Greyhound Rescue also provides kibble, Simparica, any required medications, and covers all vet and behavioural training costs.
You’ll receive a Greyhound Guardian Information Kit, have all key information explained during onboarding, and be added to our dedicated GG chat group. This group offers 24/7 support, opportunities to connect with fellow Guardians, share stories and photos, ask questions, and be part of a supportive, family-like community.
Being a Greyhound Guardian means committing to repeat short-term fostering, with placements typically lasting 3–8 weeks. When a suitable forever family is found, a Meet and Greet is arranged at our Rescue Centre. If the trial proceeds, we create a chat group between you and the new family, and encourage you to share valuable insights about your foster greyhound’s personality, habits and preferences to help them settle in.
After a greyhound goes on trial, you may choose to welcome another foster immediately or take a break. Most Guardians foster around 4–5 greyhounds per year, but the level of involvement is entirely up to you.
donate
Asking for help and financial assistance is always difficult. Greyhound Rescue relies largely on donations and fundraising to cover the high costs associated with rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming greyhounds.
We are very grateful for all donations as these help ensure we can continue saving these beautiful greyhounds.
All donations over $2 are tax deductible.
If you would like to make a monthly donation and sponsor a hound, please see our Help A Hound campaign.
LEAVE A BEQUEST
Making a bequest to Greyhound Rescue in your Will is an opportunity to leave your legacy and make a real difference to hounds in need. If you or someone you love is preparing a Will, we recommend using a qualified solicitor to make a new Will or to amend an existing one.
If you already have a Will, click here for sample wording to include Greyhound Rescue in your Will.
Help a Hound Program
Can’t foster or adopt but want to help? Become a Help A Hound supporter and make a monthly contribution to sponsor Greyhound Rescue’s ‘Kennel Kids’. Your sponsorship will help cover the costs of food, shelter, veterinary care, rehabilitation and rehoming, keeping the hounds safe and well cared for.
The generosity of donors like you is what keeps Greyhound Rescue going, and your support means so much. As our way of saying thank you for your generous ongoing support, you will receive a number of benefits which help you stay in touch with the hounds you are generously helping! If you would like to read more about the wonderful sponsorship benefits please check out the Help A Hound page.
For enquires about the program email helpingahound@nullgreyhoundrescue.com.au.
Greyhound Rescue is a registered charity and all donations over $2 are tax deductible.
Shop
Purchases made through Greyhound Rescue’s online store help support our rescue and rehoming costs. We sell an evolving range of greyhound-related items – from martingale collars to enrichment toys and GR-branded gear. It’s a great place to shop for your greyhound or hound-loving friend while knowing you’re helping us continue doing what we do.
Group Volunteering
Looking for a unique experience? Interested in learning more about greyhounds and Greyhound Rescue in a fun and rewarding way? Why not book a Group Volunteering Experience! Get together a bunch of mates and spend the day at beautiful Greysland helping our hounds and giving back in the best possible way. You’ll have the opportunity to work with our hounds as well as on tasks such as cleaning, repairs, sorting donations, and general maintenance. Drop us an email via the button below and we can tailor an experience to suit your needs.
Corporate Volunteering
Bring your team out to gorgeous Greysland for a day of team building and fun! It’s a rewarding experience that includes working with the rescue hounds at our shelter, as well as taking on tasks such as maintenance, cleaning, repairs, and sorting donations. We tailor the experience to your group and are very flexible. Drop us an email via the button below and we can create an experience for your team.
SPONSORSHIP & CORPORATE GIVING
Interested in becoming one of Greyhound Rescue’s corporate sponsors? Maybe you have an idea or product that you think would be a great fit. We would love to hear from you.
Do you have a workplace giving program? Why not sign Greyhound Rescue up as a beneficiary, or think about how your team could run a fundraiser to support our work.