Support Rescue Runners
Help give rescue dogs more opportunities to move, explore, and be seen.
A new way to make an impact
Rescue Runner connects approved volunteers with participating rescue dogs for structured walks, hikes, runs, canicross outings, and other approved outdoor adventures.
These outings provide dogs with exercise, enrichment, positive experiences, community exposure, and increased adoption visibility while also giving volunteers a meaningful way to help.
Running a safe, organized program takes more than willing volunteers. It requires equipment, insurance, supplies, transportation support, identification materials, volunteer resources, and ongoing coordination. Participating rescues also benefit from visibility, community engagement, and fundraising support through the program.
There are several ways to help:
[Make a Donation]
[Become a Sponsor]
[Donate Goods or Services]
Individual Giving
Helps provide dog ID tags/cards, laminating supplies, clips, poop bags, water bowls, and other individual outing supplies.
$25 — Trail Starter
Helps provide dog ID tags/cards, laminating supplies, clips, poop bags, water bowls, and other individual outing supplies.
$50 — Leash Champion
Helps provide one bungee leash/line for a Rescue Runner team.
$100 — Gear Champion
Helps provide one properly fitted canicross harness or one volunteer running belt.
$250 — Team Champion
Helps outfit a complete Rescue Runner team with a harness, bungee line, and volunteer belt.
$500 — Adventure Builder
Helps outfit the people and dogs who make Rescue Runner possible by funding items such as volunteer T-shirts and Rescue Runner dog bandanas.
$1,000 — Program Builder
Helps grow Rescue Runner through volunteer recruitment, rescue outreach, marketing, events, technology, and program development.
Prefer another amount? Every gift matters.
Donors may choose to be recognized as a Rescue Runner supporter or remain anonymous.
Business Sponsorship Opportunities
Rescue Runner provides local businesses and organizations with an opportunity to support rescue dogs, outdoor activity, volunteerism, and the local community.
Sponsorship helps us build a safer, stronger program while giving participating businesses meaningful recognition for their support.
Community Supporter — $100
Business name listed on the Rescue Runner supporter page
Social media thank-you
Trail Partner — $250
Logo on the Rescue Runner supporter page
Social media recognition
Adventure Partner — $500
Logo on the supporter page
Dedicated social media thank-you
Recognition on applicable Rescue Runner signage or program materials
Program Partner — $1,000
Prominent logo placement on the supporter page
Dedicated sponsor recognition
Recognition at applicable Rescue Runner outings and community events
Logo inclusion on select program materials when appropriate
Impact Partner — $2,500
Prominent year-round recognition
Featured sponsor post or story
Priority logo placement on major Rescue Runner signage and materials
Recognition at program events and outreach opportunities
Presenting Partner — $5,000+
Top-level year-round recognition
Premier logo placement on applicable Rescue Runner materials and signage
Featured website and social media recognition
Customized partnership opportunities based on program needs and sponsor goals
Contact Kate Dalman 815-444-1244 katedalman@herzogsheroes.org to become a sponsor.
In-Kind Donation Wish List
Financial donations are incredibly helpful, but many of our needs can also be met through donated goods and professional services.
New or gently used items are welcome when they are clean, safe, and in good working condition.
Current needs include:
Dog crates in a variety of sizes
Canicross harnesses
Running belts
Bungee lines
Rescue Runner volunteer T-shirts
Rescue Runner dog bandanas
Printing and laminating services
Collapsible dog bowls
First-aid and safety supplies
Cooling equipment
Poop bags and general outing supplies
Pet store or outdoor retailer gift cards
Photography and videography services
Signage and banner printing
Other useful dog, trail, storage, or volunteer equipment
Businesses donating goods or services may also be recognized as Rescue Runner in-kind supporters.
Contact Kate Dalman 815-444-1244 katedalman@herzogsheroes.org to make an in-kind donation.
More Than a Donation
Maybe you cannot foster another dog.
Maybe you cannot adopt.
Maybe volunteering is not the right fit for you.
There are still plenty of ways to help.
You can make a donation, sponsor a program need, donate a crate or piece of equipment, provide a professional service, introduce us to a business that may want to help, or simply share Rescue Runner with your community.
Every contribution helps create more safe outings, more positive experiences, and more opportunities for rescue dogs to be seen.
Help us keep rescue dogs moving forward.
[Make a Donation]
[Become a Sponsor]
[Donate Goods or Services]
