Service dogs of Virginia

Because life can change in an instant

Watch SDV’s latest video— a story of how our service dogs are transforming lives

OUR MISSION

"To raise and train exceptional dogs and match them with individuals with disabilities to create greater independence.”

Service Dogs of Virginia is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization that places highly trained dogs to perform a multitude of tasks that allow greater personal freedom and independence. We serve clients residing in the Commonwealth of Virginia, and are based in Charlottesville, Virginia.

It costs approximately $40,000 over a two-year period to raise, train, and place a successful service dog. Through the generous support of caring individuals, businesses, and foundations, Service Dogs of Virginia is able to provide service dogs at no cost to those in need.

Person in a wheelchair with a black service dog wearing a red vest, outdoor setting.

How You Can Help

VOLUNTEER

Volunteers are the backbone of our nonprofit organization. We are extremely grateful for all of our volunteers who dedicate their time and talent to our mission each and every day!

If you are interested in volunteering with our program, we are accepting applications for puppy raisers, night/weekends volunteers, and respite volunteers.

Learn more about our Volunteer Opportunities

Sponsor a dog

Service dogs aren’t just born… they’re bred, raised and trained to do this important work. By sponsoring a service dog in training you are helping a person living with a disability lead a life with greater independence. Learn about our dogs is our current round of Sponsor a Dog and help change a life!

Yellow Labrador Retriever wearing a red harness, sitting and looking forward against a white background.

Support SDV

Donate: You can make a reccurring or one-time gift to help provide a highly trained service dog to people with disabilities FREE of charge.

Planned Giving: Would you like to include Service Dogs of Virginia in your estate plans or trust? Find out more about these options and other ways you can support our mission.

Corporate Sponsorships: Interested in becoming a SDV corporate sponsor? Click here to learn more about corporate sponsorship and to meet our corporate sponsored dogs.

Learn more about ways to give.