HOSD.org/211sandiego.
ANIMALS: Dog Walking/Sitting at B-Lot Safe Sleep Site
HOSD.org/211sandiego., San Diego, California, United States, 92189
Dreams for Change is launching a special volunteer opportunity focused on supporting individuals experiencing homelessness who have pets. Many of these pets provide companionship, unconditional love, and a sense of responsibility for their owners.
This volunteering session allows people to meet with their case managers, take showers, and clean their living spaces while volunteers walk or spend time with their dogs.
Upon arrival, volunteers will check in with the case managers, who will provide volunteers with a list of pets on‑site and their owners who have expressed interest in having their pets walked. Each walk can last up to 20 minutes, and Dreams for Change asks that you remain on or near the site during this time.
This opportunity takes place at Dreams for Change’s safe sleeping site in B‑Lot, where the organization offers various services to individuals experiencing homelessness in San Diego. On‑site amenities include tents, restrooms, handwashing stations, charging stations, meals, and case management services.
If pets are not present on‑site, Dreams for Change invites volunteers to engage with the participants of the program by playing games or sitting down and having a chat.
Opportunity Requirements & Important Notes Key Responsibilities
Walk dogs of various sizes and strengths
Look after and play with said dogs
Skills & Qualifications
Comfortable handling and walking dogs of varying sizes
Patient, compassionate, and respectful when engaging with vulnerable individuals
Ability to follow safety and site policies
Must pass a Megan’s Law screening
Training Provided
On‑site training provided at the beginning of the shift
Training includes guidance on handling dogs, communicating with staff, and respecting client privacy
Attire Comfortable clothing and good walking shoes. This opportunity takes place outdoors with plenty of shade.
Physical Requirements Unfortunately this opportunity is not able to make accommodations for individuals with physical limitations. The space where this project takes place is wheelchair accessible.
Photos Dreams for Change has a no‑photo policy in place.
Communication All emails will be sent from info@handsonsandiego.com.
Note Clearing a Megan’s Law California Sex Offender search before your first shift is required to participate in this opportunity.
HandsOn Connect App Sign‑In You must download the HandsOn Connect app to your smart device to electronically sign the waiver and check in at this volunteer opportunity. If you do not sign in using the app, your service hours will not be verified and their team will not go back and modify them. The HandsOn Connect App can be downloaded from the Apple Store and Google Play. If you do not download the app and sign in with the on‑site Hands on San Diego QR code, your hours will not count. (The QR Code and Dreams for Change Sign in kiosk are not the same. You must do both.)
About Dreams for Change The mission of Dreams for Change remains its guiding beacon: To respond to the needs of communities by creating innovative and cost‑effective programs to empower and stabilize the lives of families and individuals.
Population Served: Homeless
Activity Type: Caring for Animals
Requirements
Age Minimum (with Adult): 18+
Minimum Age: 18+
Sign Up Monday, January 12, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Add to Waiting list. Currently full. Click the button above to be added to the waiting list and get notified if space becomes available.
Tuesday, January 13, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Add to Waiting list. Currently full. Click the button above to be added to the waiting list and get notified if space becomes available.
Wednesday, January 14, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Thursday, January 15, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Friday, January 16, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Monday, January 19, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Thursday, January 22, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Friday, January 23, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Monday, January 26, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Tuesday, January 27, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Wednesday, January 28, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Thursday, January 29, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Friday, January 30, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Monday, February 2, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Thursday, February 5, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Friday, February 6, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Monday, February 9, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Tuesday, February 10, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Wednesday, February 11, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Thursday, February 12, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Friday, February 13, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Monday, February 16, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Tuesday, February 17, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Wednesday, February 18, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Thursday, February 19, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Friday, February 20, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Monday, February 23, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Tuesday, February 24, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Wednesday, February 25, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Thursday, February 26, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Friday, February 27, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
In Order to Register In order to register for this opportunity you must log in to an existing account or register to create a new account.
Team Participation This link allows you to participate in this opportunity with a team. A team can be a family team, corporate team, or any kind of organized group. When you click on the link you will have the option to:
Choose an existing team you’re already a member or captain of, or
Create a new team to sign up.
Signup Questions Please respond to the following questions in order to signup for this opportunity:
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This volunteering session allows people to meet with their case managers, take showers, and clean their living spaces while volunteers walk or spend time with their dogs.
Upon arrival, volunteers will check in with the case managers, who will provide volunteers with a list of pets on‑site and their owners who have expressed interest in having their pets walked. Each walk can last up to 20 minutes, and Dreams for Change asks that you remain on or near the site during this time.
This opportunity takes place at Dreams for Change’s safe sleeping site in B‑Lot, where the organization offers various services to individuals experiencing homelessness in San Diego. On‑site amenities include tents, restrooms, handwashing stations, charging stations, meals, and case management services.
If pets are not present on‑site, Dreams for Change invites volunteers to engage with the participants of the program by playing games or sitting down and having a chat.
Opportunity Requirements & Important Notes Key Responsibilities
Walk dogs of various sizes and strengths
Look after and play with said dogs
Skills & Qualifications
Comfortable handling and walking dogs of varying sizes
Patient, compassionate, and respectful when engaging with vulnerable individuals
Ability to follow safety and site policies
Must pass a Megan’s Law screening
Training Provided
On‑site training provided at the beginning of the shift
Training includes guidance on handling dogs, communicating with staff, and respecting client privacy
Attire Comfortable clothing and good walking shoes. This opportunity takes place outdoors with plenty of shade.
Physical Requirements Unfortunately this opportunity is not able to make accommodations for individuals with physical limitations. The space where this project takes place is wheelchair accessible.
Photos Dreams for Change has a no‑photo policy in place.
Communication All emails will be sent from info@handsonsandiego.com.
Note Clearing a Megan’s Law California Sex Offender search before your first shift is required to participate in this opportunity.
HandsOn Connect App Sign‑In You must download the HandsOn Connect app to your smart device to electronically sign the waiver and check in at this volunteer opportunity. If you do not sign in using the app, your service hours will not be verified and their team will not go back and modify them. The HandsOn Connect App can be downloaded from the Apple Store and Google Play. If you do not download the app and sign in with the on‑site Hands on San Diego QR code, your hours will not count. (The QR Code and Dreams for Change Sign in kiosk are not the same. You must do both.)
About Dreams for Change The mission of Dreams for Change remains its guiding beacon: To respond to the needs of communities by creating innovative and cost‑effective programs to empower and stabilize the lives of families and individuals.
Population Served: Homeless
Activity Type: Caring for Animals
Requirements
Age Minimum (with Adult): 18+
Minimum Age: 18+
Sign Up Monday, January 12, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Add to Waiting list. Currently full. Click the button above to be added to the waiting list and get notified if space becomes available.
Tuesday, January 13, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Add to Waiting list. Currently full. Click the button above to be added to the waiting list and get notified if space becomes available.
Wednesday, January 14, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Thursday, January 15, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Friday, January 16, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Monday, January 19, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Thursday, January 22, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Friday, January 23, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Monday, January 26, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Tuesday, January 27, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Wednesday, January 28, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Thursday, January 29, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Friday, January 30, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Monday, February 2, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Thursday, February 5, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Friday, February 6, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Monday, February 9, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Tuesday, February 10, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Wednesday, February 11, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Thursday, February 12, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Friday, February 13, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Monday, February 16, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Tuesday, February 17, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Wednesday, February 18, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Thursday, February 19, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Friday, February 20, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Monday, February 23, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Tuesday, February 24, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Wednesday, February 25, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Thursday, February 26, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Friday, February 27, 2026 From 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e‑mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
In Order to Register In order to register for this opportunity you must log in to an existing account or register to create a new account.
Team Participation This link allows you to participate in this opportunity with a team. A team can be a family team, corporate team, or any kind of organized group. When you click on the link you will have the option to:
Choose an existing team you’re already a member or captain of, or
Create a new team to sign up.
Signup Questions Please respond to the following questions in order to signup for this opportunity:
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