Foster Matchmaker (Remote)

Rescue City is a professional, foster based dog rescue based in Brooklyn, New York. We conduct lifesaving rescue transports from open intake shelters that are unable to save a high percentage of animals. Thanks to our efforts, hundreds of dogs are saved every year.

As a registered 501c3 non-profit 1, we mostly rely on tax deductible donations to fund our lifesaving transport operations, veterinary costs, and support of our fosters. Every dog we care for is fully vetted and altered, microchipped, and vaccinated prior to adoption. We are proud that our organization rescues dogs of every breed, size, age, temperament, and medical condition.

Rescue City is tremendously appreciative of our community of loving fosters, dedicated volunteers, generous donors, and devoted adopters who help us do our incredibly important work. Our commitment to our dogs goes beyond the adoption process. Through our exceptional education and ongoing support network, we believe that, together we can positively change the face of dog ownership and empower a community of guardians. #ItTakesACity #RescueCity

Rescue City is a registered NYS 501(c)(3) charitable non-profit organization, and is duly registered with the NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets, Registration #RR128.

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Help Match Rescue Dogs with the Foster Families That Save Their Lives

Every rescue dog needs somewhere safe to land. As a Volunteer Foster Matchmaker, you'll play a critical behind-the-scenes role by connecting incoming rescue dogs with the foster families best suited for their needs. Your work directly helps dogs leave overcrowded shelters, receive the care they deserve, and begin their journey toward adoption.

This is a remote volunteer opportunity for someone who enjoys working with people, staying organized, and making thoughtful matches that set both dogs and fosters up for success.

Responsibilities

• Review incoming dogs and their individual needs, including age, size, medical considerations, energy level, and temperament.
• Match approved foster families with dogs based on their experience and preferences.
• Send foster opportunity emails using our database and email platform.
• Communicate with approved fosters to answer questions and coordinate placements.
• Collaborate with our Intake, Foster, Medical, and Adoption teams to ensure smooth placements.
• Conduct virtual FaceTime home visits for foster applicants when needed.
• Help update internal tracking systems to keep placement information organized and current.

We're Looking For Someone Who

• Can commit approximately 5-7 hours per week.
• Checks email consistently and responds in a timely manner.
• Is highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Communicates professionally, warmly, and confidently.
• Works well independently while collaborating with a remote team.
• Is comfortable making thoughtful decisions and balancing multiple priorities.
• Has experience fostering, adopting, volunteering with an animal rescue, or working with dogs (strongly preferred).
• Is comfortable learning new systems such as Google Workspace, spreadsheets, and email platforms. Experience with Mailchimp is a plus, but not required.

Time Commitment

• Remote
• Approximately 5–10 hours per week
• Ongoing volunteer opportunity with flexible scheduling
• Some availability during weekdays is helpful when coordinating incoming dogs.

Why Volunteer With Rescue City?

Every successful foster placement creates space for another dog to be rescued. As a Foster Matchmaker, you'll have a direct impact on saving lives while becoming an essential member of our volunteer team. You'll work alongside passionate animal advocates and help ensure every dog has the best possible start in foster care.

If you love both people and dogs and enjoy bringing the right matches together, we'd love to hear from you.

To apply

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