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Feeding Pets of the Homeless
Feeding Pets of the Homeless
Reno, Nevada
Phone
775-841-7463Distribution Schedule
Available through 500+ partner sites nationwide; Case managers available M-F 9am-3pm PST
Eligibility
Pet owners experiencing homelessness or low-income
Species Served
Nationwide network with 200+ donation sites and 500+ pet food provider sites. Over 2 million pounds distributed since inception.
Pet Food Stamps
Pet Food Stamps
New York, New York
Distribution Schedule
Monthly deliveries
Eligibility
Low-income families; US residents receiving government assistance often approved
Species Served
Free monthly deliveries through PetFoodDirect.com. Pet owners choose preferred brands.
Rescue Bank Pet Food Program
Rescue Bank
Phoenix, Arizona
Distribution Schedule
Ongoing shipments
Eligibility
No-kill pet rescues and shelters
Species Served
Ships pet food directly to no-kill rescue shelters nationwide. Donation-based model.
Puppy Food Bank
Puppy Food Bank
Nationwide, Multiple
Distribution Schedule
Weekly shipments
Eligibility
No-kill pet rescue shelters and foster families
Species Served
Ships essential pet food at no cost to participating no-kill shelters. Donations as little as $15/month supported.
The Pongo Fund
The Pongo Fund
Portland, Oregon
Address
3632 SE 20th
Phone
503-939-7555Distribution Schedule
Requires appointment for first visit; call/email 7 days in advance
Eligibility
Anyone in honest need; serves seniors, veterans, homeless, disabled, marginalized populations
Species Served
Oregon-based, serves Oregon, Washington and beyond. Over 40 million meals to 244,000+ animals since inception.
Operation Kindness Pet Food Pantry
Operation Kindness
Carrollton, Texas
Phone
972-418-2032Distribution Schedule
Month-by-month assistance available
Eligibility
Low-income families in Texas
Species Served
Provides up to 6 months of food assistance after approval. Serves multiple locations in Texas.
DFW Humane Pet Food Assistance
DFW Humane
Arlington, Texas
Phone
817-696-7387Distribution Schedule
Ongoing
Eligibility
Low-income Dallas-Fort Worth residents
Species Served
Serves Dallas-Fort Worth metro area.
SPCA of Texas Pet Pantry
SPCA of Texas
Dallas, Texas
Phone
214-651-9611Distribution Schedule
Ongoing availability
Eligibility
Low-income individuals and families
Species Served
Serves North Texas region through multiple locations.
San Antonio Food Bank Pets Program
San Antonio Food Bank
San Antonio, Texas
Phone
210-368-3038Distribution Schedule
Ongoing
Eligibility
Low-income San Antonio residents
Species Served
Partnership with DaisyCares for struggling families.
LA Animal Services Pet Food Pantry
LA Animal Services
Los Angeles, California
Address
Multiple locations
Distribution Schedule
Most Sundays 1pm-4pm
Eligibility
Low-income Los Angeles residents experiencing financial hardship
Species Served
New enrollment available during operating hours. Locations: Chesterfield Square, East Valley, North Central.
SPCA for Monterey County Pet Food Bank
SPCA for Monterey County
Monterey, California
Phone
831-373-2631Distribution Schedule
Saturdays 9:30am-10:30am
Eligibility
Community members in need
Species Served
Serves Monterey County residents.
Sacramento SPCA PAWPantry
Sacramento SPCA
Sacramento, California
Phone
916-427-7722Distribution Schedule
Ongoing
Eligibility
Community members in need
Species Served
Accessible to all Sacramento community members.
Rancho Coastal Humane Society Pet Food Bank
Rancho Coastal Humane Society
San Diego, California
Address
Multiple distribution sites
Phone
760-388-3000Distribution Schedule
Multiple distribution sites throughout county
Eligibility
San Diego County residents in need
Species Served
Brock's Community Pet Food Bank Program with multiple distribution sites.
SPCA Florida Food Assistance
SPCA Florida
Clearwater, Florida
Phone
727-586-7722Distribution Schedule
Monthly pickup available
Eligibility
Low-income community members
Species Served
Started in 2013. Distributes approximately 4,000 pounds of food monthly.
Humane Society of North Central Florida Pet Food Bank
Humane Society of North Central Florida
Ocala, Florida
Phone
352-237-0831Distribution Schedule
Ongoing
Eligibility
Individuals and families facing temporary financial challenges
Species Served
Serves North Central Florida region.
Humane Society of Pinellas Pet Food Pantry
Humane Society of Pinellas
Clearwater, Florida
Phone
727-586-7722Distribution Schedule
Ongoing
Eligibility
Pinellas County residents; short-term and long-term assistance available
Species Served
Supports unemployed, disabled, and those receiving government assistance.
Gulf Coast Humane Society Pet Food Pantry
Gulf Coast Humane Society
Naples, Florida
Phone
239-643-1555Distribution Schedule
Seven days a week
Eligibility
Community members in need
Species Served
Works with local food banks including Harry Chapin.
Mayor's Alliance for NYC's Animals Pet Food
Mayor's Alliance for NYC's Animals
New York, New York
Coalition of animal welfare organizations across NYC.
AnimalKind Food Bank
AnimalKind
Hudson, New York
Serves Hudson Valley region.
FeedMore WNY AniMeals Program
FeedMore WNY
Buffalo, New York
Phone
716-842-1121Distribution Schedule
Regular meal delivery with pet food included
Eligibility
Clients of Meals on Wheels programs
Species Served
Integrates pet food into home-delivered meal programs.
Spike's Pet Food Pantry
Humane Pennsylvania
Reading, Pennsylvania
Phone
610-371-0500Distribution Schedule
Available at multiple Humane Pennsylvania locations
Eligibility
Community members in need
Species Served
Operates at multiple Humane Pennsylvania campuses.
Sam's Hope Pet Food Program
Sam's Hope
Bensalem, Pennsylvania
Phone
267-256-4327Distribution Schedule
Ongoing
Eligibility
Bucks, Montgomery, Philadelphia County residents with financial hardship; max 3 pets
Species Served
Temporary assistance for pet owners facing hardship.
ACCT Philly Pet Pantry
ACCT Philly
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Phone
215-426-5800Distribution Schedule
Ongoing
Eligibility
Pet owners struggling with costs
Species Served
Helps pet owners struggling with pet food costs in Philadelphia.
Ellie's Pet Pantry
Humane Animal Rescue
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Phone
412-847-7500Distribution Schedule
Ongoing
Eligibility
Families who have fallen on hard times
Species Served
Supplies community with food for hungry pets.
PAWS Chicago Pet Food Bank
PAWS Chicago
Chicago, Illinois
Address
3516 W. 26th St.
Phone
773-475-9426Distribution Schedule
Ongoing
Eligibility
Chicago residents in need
Species Served
Serves Chicagoland area with focus on underserved neighborhoods.
Anti-Cruelty Society Pet Food Pantry
Anti-Cruelty Society
Chicago, Illinois
Address
510 N LaSalle Dr
Phone
312-644-8338Distribution Schedule
Monthly pop-up programs in various neighborhoods
Eligibility
Chicago residents
Species Served
Pop-up Pet Food Pantries in Roseland, Pullman, and other Chicago neighborhoods.
Friendship Pet Food Pantry
Friendship Center Chicago
Chicago, Illinois
Address
2711 W. Lawrence Ave.
Phone
773-907-6388Distribution Schedule
Third Saturday of every month 9:00-11:00 AM
Eligibility
Chicago residents
Species Served
Regular monthly pantry service on Lawrence Ave.
Columbus Humane Pet Food Pantry
Columbus Humane
Columbus, Ohio
Phone
614-449-8096Distribution Schedule
By appointment
Eligibility
Local residents struggling with pet food costs
Species Served
Available at Essential Care Center by appointment. Visit website to schedule.
Franklin County Community Pet Pantry
Franklin County, Ohio
Columbus, Ohio
Phone
614-462-5000Distribution Schedule
Ongoing
Eligibility
Franklin County residents experiencing temporary financial difficulty
Species Served
For pet owners experiencing temporary financial hardship.
SICSA Pet Food Assistance
SICSA
Worthington, Ohio
Phone
614-882-9172Distribution Schedule
Ongoing
Eligibility
Pet owners experiencing temporary hardship
Species Served
Helps owners experiencing temporary hardship.
Animal Friends Humane Society Pet Food Assistance
Animal Friends Humane Society
Hamilton, Ohio
Phone
513-621-1788Distribution Schedule
Available for up to 3 months
Eligibility
Butler County residents with spayed/neutered pets
Species Served
Provides up to 3 months assistance for spayed/neutered animals; 1 month if not fixed.
Pet Buddies Atlanta
Pet Buddies Atlanta
Atlanta, Georgia
Phone
404-793-9555Distribution Schedule
Ongoing
Eligibility
East Atlanta residents in need
Species Served
Volunteer-run 501(c)(3) serving East Atlanta area.
Healthy Canines, Inc. Pet Food Bank
Healthy Canines, Inc.
Atlanta, Georgia
Address
2870 Peachtree Road, Suite 295
Phone
404-876-8333Distribution Schedule
Ongoing
Eligibility
Local families in need
Species Served
Provides FREE dog food to families in need.
PAWS Atlanta Pet Food Bank
PAWS Atlanta
Atlanta, Georgia
Distribution Schedule
Ongoing
Eligibility
Families in need to prevent pet surrender
Species Served
Aims to keep people and pets together.
Atlanta Humane Society Pet Food Programs
Atlanta Humane Society
Atlanta, Georgia
Phone
404-875-8723Distribution Schedule
Ongoing
Eligibility
Community members in need; Seniors program
Species Served
Operates multiple programs including supply bank and senior pet food delivery.
Colorado Pet Pantry
Colorado Pet Pantry
Denver, Colorado
Phone
720-505-4287Distribution Schedule
Eligible every 3 months
Eligibility
Community members in need; no income requirements
Species Served
Over 100 pantry locations throughout Colorado. Just show up - no appointment needed.
Denver Animal Shelter Pet Food Assistance
Denver Animal Shelter
Denver, Colorado
Phone
720-913-1311Distribution Schedule
Ongoing
Eligibility
Denver residents in need
Species Served
Part of Denver Animal Shelter resources.
Cause4Paws Pet Food Bank
Cause4Paws
Phoenix, Arizona
Phone
480-442-5133Distribution Schedule
Home delivery available
Eligibility
Families in need
Species Served
Purchases and delivers pet food to homes to prevent pet surrender.
Humane Society of Central Arizona Feeding Fido Program
Humane Society of Central Arizona
Phoenix, Arizona
Phone
602-997-7585Distribution Schedule
Ongoing
Eligibility
Phoenix area residents in need
Species Served
Feeding Fido Pet Food Pantry program.
Humane Society of Southern Arizona Pet Food Assistance
Humane Society of Southern Arizona
Tucson, Arizona
Rescue Bank program with food and supplies.
Seattle Humane Oogie's Ohana Pet Food Bank
Seattle Humane
Bellevue, Washington
Address
13212 SE Eastgate Way
Phone
425-649-7566Distribution Schedule
First and third Thursday and Saturday 12-3 PM
Eligibility
No government ID or documentation required
Species Served
No documentation required for access. Multiple locations in Seattle area.
Seattle Animal Shelter Pet Food Bank
Seattle Animal Shelter
Seattle, Washington
Address
2061 15th Ave W
Phone
206-615-3800Distribution Schedule
First Saturday of every month 10am-noon
Eligibility
Seattle residents
Species Served
Monthly distribution at Seattle Animal Shelter.
Homeward Pet Food Bank
Homeward Pet
Seattle, Washington
Phone
206-205-1997Distribution Schedule
Ongoing through partner sites
Eligibility
Families in need throughout Puget Sound area
Species Served
Works with multiple distribution partners including food banks in North Seattle, Edmonds, Everett, and more.
Michigan Humane Caplan Family Pet Food Pantry
Michigan Humane
Detroit, Michigan
Address
6175 Trumbull
Phone
866-MHUMANEDistribution Schedule
Tuesday-Thursday 9am-noon
Eligibility
Low-income metro Detroit residents
Species Served
Supported by Purina, Greater Good Charities, and Forgotten Harvest. Free program.
MSPCA-Angell Community Outreach Pet Food Distribution
MSPCA-Angell
Boston, Massachusetts
Address
350 South Huntington Avenue
Phone
617-221-3937Distribution Schedule
Specific dates - call for schedule
Eligibility
Boston area residents in need
Species Served
Provides pet food distribution for low-income community members.
Keep Pets S.A.F.E. Program
Animal Rescue League of Boston
Boston, Massachusetts
Phone
857-350-8730Distribution Schedule
Monday-Saturday 9AM-5PM delivery available
Eligibility
Dorchester, Roxbury, Mattapan, Hyde Park residents
Species Served
Pet food delivery and supplies for Boston neighborhoods.
The Bond Between Pet Food Shelf
The Bond Between
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Address
2501 Minnehaha Ave
Phone
612-816-1919Distribution Schedule
Ongoing
Eligibility
Minneapolis residents; outside Minneapolis once every 6 months
Species Served
Distributed over 348,000 pounds of pet food and supplies in 2023. Average 2,300 animals monthly.
North Minneapolis Pet Resource Center
My Pit Bull Is Family
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Phone
612-269-1633Distribution Schedule
Monthly request; free Saturday delivery, pickup Tues/Thurs
Eligibility
North Minneapolis residents
Species Served
Free delivery to zip codes 55411 and 55412 on Saturdays.
Pet Food Pantry of Eastern NC
Pet Food Pantry of Eastern NC
Greenville, North Carolina
Address
408 W. Arlington Blvd
Phone
252-689-6122Distribution Schedule
Fridays 12pm-2pm
Eligibility
Low-income families; one-time approval required
Species Served
Area's first dedicated charitable pet food resource.
Humane Society of Charlotte Pet Food Bank
Humane Society of Charlotte
Charlotte, North Carolina
Phone
704-333-8273Distribution Schedule
Ongoing
Eligibility
Mecklenburg County residents
Species Served
Standard assistance up to 6 months.
SAFE Haven for Cats Pet Food Pantry
SAFE Haven for Cats
Raleigh, North Carolina
Address
8431-137 Garvey Drive
Phone
919-872-1369Distribution Schedule
7 days a week 9am-5pm
Eligibility
Pet owners in need
Species Served
Designed to fill gaps in assistance programs that exclude pet food.
Nevada SPCA Pet Pantry
Nevada SPCA
Las Vegas, Nevada
Address
5375 Procyon Street Suite 108
Phone
702-834-2252Distribution Schedule
By appointment through booking system
Eligibility
Las Vegas community members
Species Served
Created October 2020. Hundreds of pets assisted.
Hearts Alive Village Pet Assistance
Hearts Alive Village
Las Vegas, Nevada
Phone
702-496-0705Distribution Schedule
Helpline 8am-4:30pm 7 days a week
Eligibility
Families in need
Species Served
Goal to keep families and pets together during difficult times.
Nevada Humane Society Pet Pantry
Nevada Humane Society
Reno, Nevada
Phone
775-333-7595Distribution Schedule
Monthly at Reno and Carson City locations
Eligibility
Washoe County and Carson City residents
Species Served
Application required for registration.
Bi-State Pet Food Pantry
Bi-State Pet Food Pantry
St. Louis, Missouri
Phone
314-771-7387Distribution Schedule
Ongoing
Eligibility
St. Louis area residents in financial difficulty
Species Served
Mission to keep animals and guardians together during financial hardship.
Pet Resource Center of Kansas City Pet Food Pantry
Pet Resource Center of Kansas City
Kansas City, Missouri
Phone
816-761-7387Distribution Schedule
Ongoing
Eligibility
Kansas City area dog and cat owners
Species Served
Has distributed over 50 tons of pet food to individuals, shelters, and rescues.
Nashville Humane Association Food Bank
Nashville Humane Association
Nashville, Tennessee
Address
213 Oceola Avenue
Phone
615-352-1010Distribution Schedule
Drive-thru every Wednesday 12:00-2:00 PM; up to twice per month
Eligibility
Nashville residents
Species Served
Drive-thru food bank service.
Memphis Animal Services Pet Food Pantry
Memphis Animal Services
Memphis, Tennessee
Address
2350 Appling City Cove
Phone
901-636-1416Distribution Schedule
Scheduled pickups
Eligibility
Shelby County residents
Species Served
Provides pet food and supplies including collars, leashes, toys, and bowls.
Richmond Animal League Pet Pantry
Richmond Animal League
Richmond, Virginia
Phone
804-372-5226Distribution Schedule
Text for availability
Eligibility
Richmond area residents
Species Served
Supplies stocked through community donations. Text to check availability.
Richmond SPCA Pet Pantry
Richmond SPCA
Richmond, Virginia
Address
2519 Hermitage Rd
Phone
804-521-1504Distribution Schedule
7 days a week 8am-5pm
Eligibility
Richmond area residents
Species Served
Multiple services and free pet pantries available.
Wisconsin Humane Society Pet Food Pantry
Wisconsin Humane Society
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Phone
414-HUMANE-2Distribution Schedule
Available during adoption hours at all 6 campuses
Eligibility
Community members in need
Species Served
Available at all Wisconsin Humane Society campuses or by appointment.
The Pongo Fund Pet Food Bank
The Pongo Fund
Portland, Oregon
Address
3632 SE 20th
Phone
503-939-7555Distribution Schedule
By appointment only; call/email 7+ days in advance for first visit
Eligibility
Anyone in honest need
Species Served
Over 40 million meals provided to 244,000+ animals. Expanding distribution in 2026.
FIDO Pet Food Pantry
Friends of Indianapolis Dogs Outreach
Indianapolis, Indiana
Address
1505 N. Sherman Drive
Phone
317-221-1314Distribution Schedule
First Saturday of month 10am-4pm
Eligibility
Marion County residents; spayed/neutered pets required
Species Served
Requires photo ID, proof of residence, proof of spay/neuter, and proof of financial need.
The Stable Pet Food Pantry
Episcopal Church of the Nativity
Indianapolis, Indiana
Address
7300 Lantern Road
Phone
317-791-4444Distribution Schedule
Second Saturday of month 10am-12:30pm
Eligibility
Indianapolis residents
Species Served
Free pet food and supplies.
Animal Humane New Mexico Pet Food Pantry
Animal Humane New Mexico
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Address
615 Virginia St. SE
Phone
505-255-6127Distribution Schedule
Thursday and Sunday 10am-12pm
Eligibility
Families in financial hardship
Species Served
Volunteer-run pantry. Distributes over 420,000 free pet meals annually.
BARCS Pet Food Pantry
Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Shelter
Baltimore, Maryland
Phone
410-833-8848Distribution Schedule
By appointment only
Eligibility
Baltimore City residents
Species Served
Up to 3 months assistance; max 3 cats and 3 dogs per household. Call ext. 2 for appointment.
Pet Food Pantry of Oklahoma City
Pet Food Pantry of Oklahoma City
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Phone
405-664-2858Distribution Schedule
Free delivery available
Eligibility
Low-income seniors, veterans, disabled, homeless, domestic violence shelter residents
Species Served
Download application or call to receive application by mail.
OKC Animal Welfare Pet Food Bank
City of Oklahoma City Animal Welfare
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Phone
405-297-1616Distribution Schedule
Available during business hours
Eligibility
OKC residents in financial crisis
Species Served
For residents unable to afford pet food.
About Pet Food Assistance Programs
Pet food banks and pantries provide free or low-cost pet food to help pet owners keep their pets during financial hardship. Programs vary widely in eligibility, distribution methods, and availability.
Types of Programs
Food banks (scheduled pickups), pantries (ongoing availability), delivery services, voucher programs, and shelter-based programs.
What's Provided
Most programs provide dry dog and cat food. Some also offer wet food, cat litter, treats, and supplies like leashes and bowls.
Important Disclaimer
PawCost is an independent directory service. We are not affiliated with any listed organization. Program availability, schedules, eligibility requirements, and services may have changed. Always verify current information directly with organizations before visiting or applying.