Volunteer with Us

Got good vibes and a can‑do attitude? We want you! 

The Pawsitively Elgin Committee is made up of just 12 volunteers who pour hundreds of hours into our annual event—not for recognition, but because they love animals and believe dogs deserve a voice. 

People volunteer for lots of reasons: school hours, staying active, giving back, or simply loving dogs. Whatever your why, the heart of it is the same—we show up because we care.

When you volunteer with us, you’re helping give dogs a voice, supporting local rescues, and being part of a community that shows up when it counts.

If that sounds like you, we’d love to have you join the pack.

Volunteers do not necessarily have the time; they have the heart.

Elizabeth Andrew

Volunteering with Us Means…

  •  We’ll help you find a role you’ll actually enjoy—because fun matters.
  •  You get to pet dogs. (Yes, really.)
  •  Lunch is on us—because heroes shouldn’t go hungry.
  •  You’ll score a free volunteer t-shirt, so everyone knows you’re officially part of the pack.
  • Free festival admission… and did we mention there are dogs everywhere?

Interested?  Please fill out the form and we’ll be in touch with you.  VOLUNTEERS MUST BE A MINIMUM OF 16 YEARS OLD