Whether you are hoping to adopt a new companion, open your home as a foster, or volunteer your time, Sunshine State Labrador Rescue is a great place to start. We rescue and rehabilitate Labrador Retrievers and Labrador Retriever mixes throughout Florida, then match them with loving forever families.
Show your LOVE for LABS
We’re excited to introduce the Sunshine Swag Store! Here you’ll find apparel, accessories, and gifts designed for people who love Labs as much as we do. Every item you buy helps provide medical care, safe shelter, and second chances for dogs throughout the Sunshine State. Shop with heart — and show your support proudly.
Celebrating One Incredible Year
Our first year was filled with important milestones. We received approval of our Florida Department of Agriculture application, officially adopted the Sunshine State Labrador Rescue name, logo, and brand colors, and established a Board of Directors, Financial and Veterinary Consultants along with Regional Managers to serve communities throughout Florida. And….our website SSLR.org went live!
On October 6, 2025, SSLR achieved another major milestone when we were officially recognized as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. That designation not only affirmed our mission but also gave us the ability to actively fundraise, allowing us to expand our lifesaving work. With our official documentation in hand, we introduced Sunshine State Labrador Rescue to shelters across Florida and began welcoming our first rescue dogs into the program.
The response from our supporters exceeded every expectation. Our fundraising efforts during the first quarter were an overwhelming success, providing the resources needed to accept dogs requiring extensive medical care—dogs that might otherwise have had nowhere to turn.
Our volunteer family also grew at an incredible pace, surpassing 200 dedicated volunteers in less than a year. Together, they made it possible for SSLR to reach another milestone we could only dream about in our early days: more than 100 Labrador Retrievers rescued and adopted into new homes in just 11 months.
As we celebrate our first anniversary, we’re excited to introduce the Sunshine Swag Store, giving our volunteers, adopters, and supporters a fun new way to show their SSLR pride while helping support our mission.
The past year has been nothing short of amazing. Every dog rescued, every foster home opened, every donation made, and every volunteer hour given has helped write the first chapter of the Sunshine State Labrador Rescue story.
Here’s to an incredible first year—and to saving many more Labradors together in the years ahead!
Come to any of our events to learn about volunteering, fostering, or adopting with us!
PET SUPERMARKET
MEET and GREET
Saturday September 26, 2026
11:00am – 1:30pm
South Pasadena Shopping Center
6892 Gulfport Blvd South #1000
South Pasadena, FL
Open Volunteer Roles
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 Coordinator
This is where it all happens! As an Adoption Coordinator (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]
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]
Recent Donations
Sharon Findley
$100.00
What prompted you to donate today? I have “Fannie” at my house, been there a couple weeks after being dropped off. I can’t keep her, your organization is going to help her!!
August 15, 2026
Lucinda Johnston
$100.00
What prompted you to donate today? This is for Peter and Mary! Thank you for saving them!!
August 1, 2026
Kim Bunner
$100.00
What prompted you to donate today? In memory of Barbara Sophie Gannon
July 10, 2026
