Bringing Sunshine to Labrador Retrievers in Need
Whether you are looking for a new companion or looking to volunteer, start your search for a Florida Labrador Retriever Rescue here! Sunshine State Labrador Rescue is dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating Labrador Retrievers and Labrador Retriever mixes in need and matching them with loving forever families in the Sunshine State.
Recent Donations
Karen Cohen
$1,500.00
What prompted you to donate today? Hi I am fostering Luna 2-3 yr old yellow lab from Homestead. Would love to help sponsor/cover her vetting costs. She is being spayed today. She will make an amazing addition to someone’s family. She is precious. Thank you for all you do.
January 6, 2026
Barbara Ellis
$50.00
What prompted you to donate today? I have rescued/adopted 4 pups - 3 from LRROF and one from FARR and I know this group is in it for the dogs!!
December 31, 2025
Tara Guillen
$100.00
What prompted you to donate today? I’m loving memory of Carly-a very special lab who was so loved so much.
December 31, 2025
Linda Briggs
$100.00
What prompted you to donate today? This money is being donated in honor of Mary and Bob Groezinger
December 30, 2025
Susan Wodnicki
$180.00
What prompted you to donate today? Found your email & was a lab rescue supporter to other org. So want to support new org.
December 27, 2025
Jennifer Klein
$100.00
What prompted you to donate today? Love the labs
December 27, 2025
Karin Carlan
$100.00
What prompted you to donate today? Julia McGinty
December 22, 2025
BETSY AND SKIP RIRIE
$50.00
What prompted you to donate today? SUPPORTING THIS NEW ENDEAVOR.....
December 19, 2025
Kathy Dzuris
$250.00
What prompted you to donate today? We are the proud pet parents of Memphis; a rescue we adopted through Wendy Santore. He is the sweetest and most handsome black Lab. Memphis was a "senior" at 7 yrs. old and we are so blessed to call him ours. We wish SSLR great success and glad that they will be looking for great homes for other adult rescues who deserve a chance to have a wonderful life and forever home.
December 12, 2025
Leslie Gafford
$50.00
What prompted you to donate today? My love for dogs, and Suzanne’s and my family history!
December 5, 2025
Coy Jacobs
$25.00
What prompted you to donate today? Suzanne Smithweck
December 3, 2025
Mari Schaefer
$100.00
What prompted you to donate today? To support the new Sunshine State Labrador Rescue.
December 3, 2025
Karen Bracero
$50.00
What prompted you to donate today? My love for labs!
December 3, 2025
Amy Seeley
$1,000.00
What prompted you to donate today? In memory of my mom. Carol Bligh She taught us compassion to all animals. She loved and enjoyed every foster we hosted.
December 3, 2025
Sandy Pfundheller
$25.00
What prompted you to donate today? Love for labs
December 3, 2025
Cara Vietri
$150.00
What prompted you to donate today? My belief that every dog deserves a home. SSLR helps the homeless find loving, safe homes. And every dog matters!
December 3, 2025
Erin Ruppert
$250.00
What prompted you to donate today? Love for Labs!
December 3, 2025
Janet Morgan
$200.00
What prompted you to donate today? Giving Tuesday and the generous matching donation! I love my Labs - all three of them! Happy to support a group of caring, tireless, dedicated volunteers who love Labs as much as I do. It takes a Village - and this Village is the BEST EVER RESCUE TEAM. The name doesn't make the rescue - the people do!
December 2, 2025
Jeffrey Borgmeyer
$500.00
What prompted you to donate today? Recon
December 2, 2025
Ro Davis
$200.00
What prompted you to donate today? LOVE ANIMALS !
December 2, 2025
Robert Petak
$500.00
What prompted you to donate today? I have been given the privilege of adapting 2 beautiful loving girls in the past 20 years. They brought unconditional love and companionship to my life and to the lives of many of my relatives and friends. A home is not complete without a Lab (dog) as part of the family. On a personal note. Over the years I have gotten to know Cheryal Stein Tampa’s and Sarasota’s District Coordinator and Current Board Member. I adapted Jada from Cheryal that she was personally fostering in 2005 and Bella was given to me to foster in 2018. I ten became a Foster Failure adapting Bella. I would like to thank her for giving a voice for the past 25 years to every Labrador that has crossed her path. Every Lab regardless of the circumstances has received the opportunity to survive and then thrive because of Cheryal’s dedication and her love for Labs (Dogs).
December 2, 2025
Debbie Satyal
$100.00
What prompted you to donate today? My rescue lab, Baby
December 2, 2025
Jennifer Pytlarz
$50.00
What prompted you to donate today? Love of dogs and owner of several rescued labs.
December 2, 2025
Suzanne Inzina
$2,500.00
What prompted you to donate today? To bring more sunshine to Labs in need!
December 2, 2025
Sandy & Sebastian Forbis
$50.00
What prompted you to donate today? We just adopted Harley (Bear) and the matched donations
December 2, 2025
Cindy Conway
$250.00
What prompted you to donate today? I’m proud to volunteer with Sunshine State Labrador Rescue because I see firsthand the love, commitment and integrity that goes into every single dog we save. SSLR truly is the best rescue! The rescue is comprised of compassionate volunteers that are completely devoted to giving Labs the second chances they deserve. This organization has my support on Giving Tuesday, and every day.
December 2, 2025
Andrea Knox
$250.00
What prompted you to donate today? I am not able to foster right now so this is the best way for me to support Sunshine State Lab Rescue.
December 2, 2025
Kathie and Doug Diaz
$100.00
What prompted you to donate today? Donating for the love of the dogs and those that are caring for them.
December 2, 2025
Bernhard Haberer
$150.00
What prompted you to donate today? Helping this fantastic organization. We love labs as well as the 8 we have adopted through Pat so far. Her dedication and hard work is incredible.
December 1, 2025
Larry Murray
$100.00
What prompted you to donate today? In memory of Jake AKA The Bear. We only had him for a short period of his almost 13 years but loved by everyone and every dog he met.
November 28, 2025
Patti Mansfield
$100.00
What prompted you to donate today? Love of Labs Facebook post Friends with Cara Vietri
November 28, 2025
Margaret Schattilly
$100.00
What prompted you to donate today? My Cousin Martha helped get things started and I love dogs
November 27, 2025
Michele Gagnon
$20.00
What prompted you to donate today? Invitation from Cara Vietri
November 26, 2025
Meryl Lapis
$25.00
What prompted you to donate today? A Friend
November 25, 2025
Open Volunteer Positions
Foster Family
Do you have room in your heart and home for a Labrador in need? Sunshine State Labrador Rescue is seeking compassionate foster moms, dads, and families to provide temporary care, love, and stability to Labradors [read more]
Adoption Counselor
This is where it all happens! As an Adoption Counselor (AC), you will play a central role in guiding Labrador Retrievers from rescue to forever homes. ACs review adoption applications, perform home visits and veterinary [read more]
Fundraising and Events Volunteer
Help us spread the word, raise awareness, and secure the support needed to give Labradors the happy endings they deserve! As a Marketing, Fundraising and Events volunteer, you’ll play a vital role in promoting Sunshine State [read more]
WordPress Administrator
Sunshine State Labrador Rescue is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented WordPress Administrator to help maintain and update our website. This role is vital in keeping our online presence current, user-friendly, and engaging for [read more]
Data Entry Clerk
Sunshine State Labrador Rescue is seeking a detail-oriented volunteer to assist with data entry and record keeping. Accurate records are critical for managing adoption applications, foster care details, medical histories, and donor information. If you’re [read more]
Photographer
Do you love photography and Labrador Retrievers? Sunshine State Labrador Rescue is seeking skilled photographers to capture high-quality images of our Labs for use in print media, our website, social media, and marketing materials. Your [read more]
Transportation Specialist
Sunshine State Labrador Rescue is seeking dedicated volunteers to help safely transport Labrador Retrievers from shelters, owners, or veterinary clinics to foster homes and medical appointments. A Transportation Specialist (TS) might also be asked to [read more]
