Marketing and Social Media
Volunteers play a significant role in supporting the Guide Dogs for the Blind (GDB) brand, whether it is serving as an ambassador in the community or sharing news and updates via social media. The Marketing team at GDB is excited to work with our volunteers to reinforce our brand and reputation in a consistent and compelling way.
Media Opportunities
Please contact the Marketing team if you have been approached by a reporter or have been offered a media opportunity related to your role as a volunteer with GDB. Our staff can help work with the reporter directly or coach volunteers on the best way to represent GDB in the media using our media tools and talking points. If a club is interested in having the media cover a puppy delivery or other special event, please reach out so that we can support media connections with local outlets.
Corporate Partnerships
GDB's Marketing and Fundraising Departments continue to develop exciting partnerships with corporations. Oftentimes, there will be opportunities for puppy raisers to enjoy the benefits of these partnerships and/or help advance them. These relationships are managed carefully by staff, and clubs and volunteers are asked to direct partnership and sponsor inquiries to the GDB team.
Marketing Contact Information
Please email [email protected] regarding any of the requests above or the guidelines detailed below.
Marketing Guidelines and Information
Social Media Guidelines and Best Practices
Volunteers are welcome and encouraged to share their volunteer journey and important milestones with their friends, family, and networks via social media. Social media is a great way to connect with each other, share our mission, and help recruit new volunteers.
GDB Puppy Club Branding Guidelines
We love that our puppy raisers are helping us build our brand and we want to make sure that you're set up with the tools and guidance that you need to represent your club and GDB as a whole.
Media and Presentation Talking Points
If you have an opportunity to speak with the media or a large group, please contact Marketing for specific talking points that can be used alongside these more general talking points.
Puppy Raising Marketing Materials
Resources for puppy raising recruitment and marketing materials.
GDB Links and Channels
GDB Websites
- Guide Dogs for the Blind Website: guidedogs.com
- Guide Dogs for the Blind Online Store: guidedogs.com/shop
- GDB Pupdates: guidedogs.com/pupdates
GDB Media
- Blog “No Bones About It”: guidedogs.com/blog
- Podcast "Central Bark": guidedogs.com/podcast
Social Media
- Facebook – Official GDB: facebook.com/guidedogsfortheblind
- Facebook – GDB Puppy Central: facebook.com/gdbpuppycentral
- Instagram: @GDB_official
- TikTok: @GDB_official
- YouTube: youtube.com/guidedogsaregreat
- LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/guide-dogs-for-the-blind
Image Sharing
- Public GDB Galleries (accessing GDB photos including Graduation, Event, and Breeder Photos) – flickr.com/photos/guidedogsfortheblind
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