Pilot Dogs needs a predictable, stable income to ensure mission continuity. The Leash Holders Collective is a permanent, ongoing initiative, but we are urgently launching the recruitment of our first 1,000 members this holiday season, starting on Giving Tuesday December 3rd.

Achieving this goal means we secure $10,000 per month and $120,000 annually for our mission. Training one hero dog is a two-year $50,000 mission. We need these foundational members to secure the course to independence.

The Leash Holders Collective is our esteemed community of recurring donors. For just $10 per month (or about 34 cents a day), your consistent gift becomes the ultimate connection that secures the entire two-year training timeline for every hero in our care.

Your $10 monthly commitment allows you to chart the course of this $50,000 miracle, guaranteeing the unconditional bond that changes a life.

The Ultimate Leash Holder Captain Prize Package:

The top cumulative Leash Holder Captain by the end of 2025 will receive the exceptional honor of Litter Naming Rights—personally choosing the names for an entire future class of hero puppies—paired with an exclusive, behind-the-scenes Campus Tour of Pilot Dogs to witness your profound impact on the mission firsthand.

Choose Your Way to Make a Difference (We make it easy)

1. Join The Collective Now (Become a Leash Holder Member)

You can join The Leash Holder Collective directly today. Simply click the red donate button at the top right corner of this page to set up your recurring $10 monthly gift and instantly secure the training timeline.

2. Become a Leash Holder Captain (Help Us Fundraise)

Lead the Charge! Become a Leash Holder Captain to accelerate our growth toward 1,000 members by the end of 2025. We are asking each Captain to set a goal of recruiting 10 new Leash Holder members this holiday season.

A personalized Captain Page (your P2P link) to share and track your progress.
A live leaderboard to watch the competition.

Watch this 30 second video on how to easily set up and share your Leash Holder Captain Page

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is The Leash Holders Collective a temporary holiday fundraising effort?

No. The Leash Holders Collective is a permanent, ongoing initiative and the foundation of Pilot Dogs' future financial stability. We are using the urgency of the Holiday Giving Season (starting on Giving Tuesday and running through the end of 2025) to launch and aggressively recruit our first 1,000 foundational members.

2. Can I support Pilot Dogs with a one-time donation through this page?

This campaign page is specifically dedicated to enrolling Leash Holders Collective members and Captains (recurring monthly donors) to secure our mission continuity.

If you prefer to make a one-time donation instead of a recurring monthly gift, please use our main donor portal:

https://givebutter.com/pilot_dogs

3. How do I cancel or change my monthly Leash Holders donation?

Canceling your donation is simple and can be done at any time:

Monthly Email Receipt: At the bottom of every monthly donation receipt, you will find a dedicated link to unsubscribe or manage your monthly contribution with just a few clicks.

4. What are the specific transaction fees for the monthly gift?

Third Party Payment Processing Fees:

Credit Cards and Digital Wallets (Venmo, Apple Pay, PayPal, etc.): 2.9% + 30¢ per transaction (91 cents)
ACH (Bank Transfer): 1.9% + 30¢ per transaction (81 cents)

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