THE CHALLENGE

Guide dogs' biggest mass participation fundraising event

Guide Dogs proudly presents PAWGUST: the most wag-tastic fundraising event of the year, and the final year of PAWGUST in Australia.

For 8 incredible years, thousands of supporters have walked, fundraised and changed lives for people living with low vision or blindness. Now, it's time for one last lap.

We welcome all dog lovers, walkers, and canine enthusiasts! You don't need a dog to PAWticipate.

Join the pack, put your best paw forward, and help make this the most paw-erful PAWGUST yet.

How it Works

Pip the yellow Labrador Pup holds up a sign that says Sign up Now.

1. Sign Up

It's FREE and you don't need a dog to PAWticipate! Choose to walk or run and set your distance target (60km, 100km or 125km).

2. Howl Loud

Share your fundraising page. Ask family, friends and workmates to sponsor your challenge and raise vital funds for Guide Dogs.

3. Get Active

Improve your physical and mental health by keeping active in August to supPAWt Guide Dogs and earn PAWsome rewards along the way.

Unleash Your PAWtential

Join thousands of passionate participants across the country as we walk, run, wag, and fundraise our way to creating brighter futures together.

By participating in PAWGUST, you’ll be helping Guide Dogs provide essential services and support to individuals in need. But it’s not just about fundraising; it’s about the incredible journey we take together, one step at a time.

Engage your friends, family, and workmates as you share your personal journey and showcase the impact Guide Dogs has on the lives of those we serve.

Fundraise throughout PAWGUST to earn exclusive rewards and recognition along the way. From fetching PAWGUST merchandise to tail-wagging experiences, our incentives will keep you motivated and howling for more!

WAYS TO pawticipate

Sign up as an individual, with your dog(s) or get a pack together! Round up your friends, workmates, school or dog club.

We'll supPAWt you every step of the way!

EARN PAWSOME REWARDS

Every fundraising milestone you hit unlocks tail-wagging PAWGUST rewards. Each one is a little reminder that you are helping paw-sitively change the future for Guide Dogs.
Ask your supPAWters for donations and earn these totally PAWsome rewards. Hurry, available while stocks last.

$48 in 48 hours - Simply raise $48 within 48 hours of registering to score your first reward!

PAWdometer, dog bandana, tote bag

praised pup - raise $150

Praised Pup - raise $300

Proud Pup - raise $500

Power Pup - raise $1,000

Phenomenal Pup - raise $2,000 to Fetch a KONG Hamper. Very limited stock! Prizes Subject to availability.

A KONG Hamper of 3 toys and 3 treats

Can't find the answer you need?

The PAWGUST team are ready to help!

You can visit our FAQs or contact us:

Email:
 PAWGUST@guidedogs.org.au