Big Dogs | Saint Francis Service Dogs
The Saint Francis Big Dogs are members of a community of compassionate donors who know that big journeys start small, and they are committed to helping them grow. By supporting the Saint Francis Breeding Program, Puppy Program, and Prison Pup Program, the Big Dogs help provide the care, training, and love that each service dog-in-training needs from the very start. Together, we nurture the next generation of life-changing teammates for people living with disabilities. By becoming a member, you’ll witness the impact of your generosity as tiny, roly-poly puppies grow into steady, confident service dogs – changing lives forever, one puppy at a time.
Benefits
When you join the Big Dogs, you become a vital part of a life-changing journey. Your support does more than fund our programs – it builds a future filled with independence, purpose, and partnership. We want to recognize your generosity with the following annual exclusive
Big Dogs benefits:
-Special listing as a Big Dog on our website and in our annual report
-Invitation to Big Dogs gatherings
-Exclusive behind the scenes updates on our Breeding, Puppy, and Prison Pup programs every other month
-Special invitation to our annual Graduation ceremony, and listing in the graduation program
-Personal kennel and facility tours for you, your friends, and your family
-Two exclusive Big Dogs hoodies (initial commitment only)
Join Today
With an annual commitment of $5,000,* join the Big Dogs giving community and help nurture our puppies on their journey towards becoming service dogs. Your support helps provide everything these growing puppies need: from early medical care and socialization to foundational training and loving guidance. As a member, you’ll witness the transformation – watching tiny puppies grow into steady companions and meaningful acts of giving grow into profound, lasting impact. Big journeys start small. Help them grow by becoming a Big Dog today.
To become a Big Dog, complete and return a Big Dogs Agreement to youell@saintfrancisdogs.org or by mail at:
Saint Francis Service Dogs
PO Box 19538, Roanoke, VA 24019
*Or, call our Executive Director, Cabell Youell to discuss your intentions to join the Big Dogs or pledge payment options at 540-342-3647 ext. 402
The Programs
The Saint Francis Big Dogs
Mr. and Mrs. Jake Allison
Kenneth “Andy” Anderson and Dr. Marti Anderson
Mike and Carol Anderson
Dr. Tim Andriano
Peggy Bizjak
Mr. and Mrs. Michael Brunette
Mr. and Mrs. Sam and Sally Craver
Jo Lynn Draper
Duffy Family Foundation
Mr. Peter Emch
Dr. and Mrs. Mark Finkler
First Four Petroleum LLC
Linda and Frank Foti
Foti, Flynn, Lowen & Co.
Mr. and Mrs. Victor Foti
Dr. and Mrs. Paul Frantz
Mr. Ed Hall
Happy Endings Bar and Grill
Mr. and Mrs. Peter Milward
Ms. Mary Anne Mullins and Mr. Christopher Robinson
Ms. Yvonne Olson
Mr. and Mrs. John Olver
Ms. Elizabeth Parsons
Mr. and Mrs. Jim Petrine
Mrs. Emily Reynolds
Mike and Krista Sinnott
Mrs. Joy Davis Smith
Mr. Marvin Smith
Mr. and Mrs. Steve Strauss
Mr. Maury Strauss Jr.
Suzanne Thorniley
Varsity Landscaping and Grounds
Karen and Chuck Wakeford
Mr. and Mrs. Barton Wilner
Mr. and Mrs. Reggie and Ann Marie Wood
Ms. Dianne Woody
For more information about Big Dogs or how to become a Big Dog, contact Cabell Youell, or call 540-342-3647×402