Why your support matters

facility service dogs

Each service dog requires up to two years of specialized training and costs around $40,000 to raise, train, and place. These highly trained dogs play a vital role in supporting individuals by breaking down barriers, reducing anxiety, and providing essential emotional and physical assistance.

Since 2000, over 125 service dogs have been placed, helping veterans and others regain independence and improve their quality of life.

With your support, we can continue to train and place more service dogs, transforming even more lives through trust, companionship, and dedicated care.

“Ole has been invaluable to supporting the individuals we serve. He naturally breaks down barriers and removes stigma. You can almost watch the anxiety or stress melt away when he interacts with people. He has become a fundamental part of our team’s self-care and wellness plan.”

Facility Dog Handler, Francee

Ways to Give

  • The easiest way to give:

    donate online or mail a check to:
    Service Dogs of Virginia
    P.O. Box 408
    Charlottesville, VA 22902

    Give in Honor or Memory
    Celebrate or remember a loved one with a tribute gift. We’ll notify the person you choose, and your gift amount stays confidential.

  • Join our Paw Partner monthly giving program and make a lasting impact. Your ongoing support helps us train and place service dogs at no cost to those who need them.
    Set up your monthly gift today and be a part of changing lives, one paw at a time.

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  • Donating stock is an impactful way to support our mission and may provide significant tax benefits.


    Click to learn how you can contribute.

  • Would you like to include SDV in your estate plans or trust? Find out more about these options and other ways you can support our mission.

  • Have a car you are no longer using? Donate it to SDV! Support us by donating your unwanted vehicle.

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Donate supplies

  • Service Dogs of Virginia regularly uses essential supplies that need frequent replenishing.
    Consider donating an item from our wish list or supply list to directly support our dogs and programs.
    Click to view needed items and make a contribution.

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