Attention NH-Based Pet NonProfits
Are you looking for marketing and fundraising help?
We invite NH-based pet nonprofits, who subscribe to our Core Beliefs and Values, to apply to our Charitable Partner’s Program. Charities that have received a full-year of support must wait a year before reapplying.
Charitable Partner’s Program
Annually, we support a NH-based pet nonprofit by creating awareness of its cause and raising funds for the organization.
Nonprofits interested in our program, must be a 501(c)(3) organization and complete our application process, which asks for information about your mission as well as marketing and financial needs.
Deadline for Submission
To be considered for the 2023 Charitable Partner’s Program, completed questionnaires must be submitted by November 1, 2022. Our management team reviews all applications and chooses 5 finalists. This information is then shared with our official Club members over a two week period for feedback and voting. The top organization will be offered a spot in our 2023 Charitable Partner’s Program.
Our Application Submission process for 2023 is now open. The deadline to submit is November 1, 2022.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Charitable Partner’s Program started in 2019 prior to the covid-19 crisis. When activities and events were put on hold, we had to restructure the program in order to continue generating awareness of our Charitable Partners and raising funds for their organizations. Since its inception, we have raised over $12,500 for our charitable partners.
The Golden Dog Adventure Co. management team carefully evaluates all 2023 applications submitted by the November 1st deadline and selects 5 finalists by November 30th. Information provided by the finalists is then shared with our official Club members for feedback and voting from 12/1/2022 – 12/15/2022. At the end of the voting period, the top organization with the most votes will be offered a spot in the 2023 Charitable Partner’s Program.
Completed applications must be received by 11:59pm on November 1, 2022 to be considered for our 2023 Charitable Partner’s Program.
The management team at Golden Dog Adventure Co., which consists of the Owner and Lead Guide and Events Manager, determine the 5 finalists.
Once the 5 finalists have been chosen, the information provided by the finalists is then shared with our official Club members for feedback and voting from 12/1/2022 – 12/15/2022. At the end of the voting period, the top organization with the most votes will be offered a spot in the 2023 Charitable Partner’s Program.
We’re looking for three basic things:
- Your mission. We’re looking for information on how your organization helps pets and their people.
- Plans for growing/starting your charity. We’re not looking for a formal business plan, but we want to understand your strategy for becoming a sustainable organization. You are encouraged to share an explanation of how you’ll achieve business success. It might include some mention of your market, your team, the things you’ve overcome so far, and the challenges you still face.
- Plans for the marketing support and funds raised. Tell us how you would use the marketing support offered as well as what the money raised would be used for. Be as detailed as you can.
We request that businesses be a pet-focused charity based in NH and a 501(c)(3) organization. The applicant must also be at least 18 years old.
We do not provide individual feedback on applications.
In 2020, ElderPet, Mary’s Dogs, and Live and Let Live Farm participated in the Charitable Partner’s Program. In 2021, Mary’s Dogs and Live and Let Live Farm were once again voted into the program as was Hero Pups. In 2022, members once again voted to support Mary’s Dogs.
Yes, please apply! You are welcome to participate as much or as little as you are able to in outreach activities for your organization with the Club. We understand your time is limited and will assist you and your team any way we can with marketing support.
There is absolutely no cost to participate in the Charitable Partner’s Program. Golden Dog Adventure Co. has a commitment to giving back and supporting the local community hence the reason this program was created.
Charitable Partners
Reach dog owners with information about your organization’s mission and receive support from our engaged and passionate community.
Program Benefits
Marketing Support
Take advantage of creative, unique, and fun ways to reach dog lovers throughout our service area with your message and services.
Post Events
Post your fundraising events to our calendar throughout the year. These events will also be highlighted in our weekly newsletter.
Media Outreach
Your organization will be included in social, print, and broadcast media outreach to promote events and fundraising opportunities.
Collaborations
Gain awareness with a larger audience through collaborations with our corporate partners, expert members, and other charitable partners.
Special Events
We host special events monthly that offer additional opportunities to reach dog lovers with your information in creative ways.
Community
Engage with our community via the discussion section of our Facebook group. Our welcome packet offers tips and resources for maximizing your exposure.
Behind the Scenes
We can broadcast live to our community from your location showing all the great work your organization and team does to help pets and people.
Partner Logo
Permission to use the Golden Dog Adventure Co. Charitable Partner logo on your website, promotional materials, and in your social media outreach.
Marketing/PR Strategy
Expansion Plan
Golden Dog Adventure Co. has over 3.1K engaged dog lovers in its online Facebook community from NH, ME, MA, and CT.
As part of our Phase 1 – Phase 2 expansion plan, we are hosting events in the Seacoast area as well as west to Concord, south to northern MA, and into southern ME. We expect to expand further into MA and into the lakes region of NH by the end of 2023.
A Respected Brand
Golden Dog Adventure Co., formerly the NH Dog Walking Club, established in 2018, is a well-respected organization in the communities it services. Their 44, 5-star reviews on Google attest to this. In addition, 84% of community members surveyed in 2020, agreed that we have a trusted and respected brand; 16% neither agreed nor disagreed.
Expansive Network
Golden Dog Adventure Co. is fortunate to be supported by a large network of corporate partners and expert members. In addition, we have connections with several charitable organizations throughout the state as well as national organizations through the Pet Sustainability Coalition.
Decades of Experience
Association with our brand communicates trust, respect, compassion, and professionalism. Traci Bisson, owner and founder of Golden Dog Adventure Co., has over 26 years’ experience in marketing and PR, 16 years of which she owned her own marketing/PR firm.
Apply to the Program
Our network grows as we continue to partner and collaborate with passionate and dedicate nonprofits. If your organization can benefit from marketing support and additional fundraising efforts, please apply to the Charitable Partner’s Program.
Our Application Submission process is now open for 2023. The deadline to submit is November 1, 2022.