Volunteer With Us
Join our team of passionate volunteers making a real difference in the lives of animals along the Grand Strand.
The People Behind Tidal Paws
Meet the dedicated team that keeps our rescue running.
Jennifer Elvis
Founder & Director
Jennifer founded Tidal Paws in 2023 with a mission close to her heart: giving dogs a second chance at life. With 34 years of experience as a veterinary practice manager and former area coordinator for Carolina Boxer Rescue, she brings deep expertise in animal welfare and rescue operations to everything we do.
Our Volunteers
The Heart of Our Mission
Tidal Paws is 100% volunteer-run with no paid staff. Our incredible team of volunteers donates their time, skills, and love to help dogs in need. From fostering to transporting to running Boxerpalooza, they are the reason we can do what we do.
Ways to Volunteer
There is a role for everyone. Find the opportunity that fits your skills and schedule.
Foster Care
Open your home to a rescue dog. Foster families are the heart of Tidal Paws -- providing love, socialization, and a safe environment while dogs wait for their forever families.
Adoption Events
Help at adoption events across the Grand Strand. Meet potential adopters, showcase our dogs, and help make matches that change lives.
Transport
Help transport animals to vet appointments, adoption events, and their new forever homes. A car and a kind heart are all you need.
Boxerpalooza & Fundraising
Help organize and run our annual Boxerpalooza event and other fundraising activities. These events have raised over $62,000 for dogs in need.
Photography & Social Media
Take photos and videos for our website, PetFinder, AdoptaPet, and social media. Great photos are the number one reason dogs get adopted faster.
Microchip Reunification
Help operate our Microchip Reunification Stations, scanning lost pets and reuniting them with their families. A vital community service that keeps pets safe.
Volunteering with Tidal Paws has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. Seeing an animal go from scared and alone to happy and loved in a forever home -- there is nothing like it. The team genuinely cares about every single animal.
Start Making a Difference Today
Whether you have a few hours a week or a few hours a month, there is a place for you at Tidal Paws.