Arlington Pet Food Pantry

of Massachusetts

The Arlington Pet Food Pantry collects pet food and supplies to give to those who are in need.

DONATE SUPPLIES

We are always collecting pet ​supplies to distribute. Read our ​FAQ to learn about what we ​collect and contact us to learn ​how to donate your unused items.

WISH LIST

Check out our Amazon ​Wish List, which provides a ​list of high demand food ​and supplies.

DONATE

Please consider donating, which provides for operating expenses of the pantry as well as enables us to purchase pet food and supplies.

POP UP PANTRY

We regularly host pop up pantry events around and near Arlington. Check our Facebook and website for upcoming pop up events to get the no cost supplies you need.

PICK UP SUPPLIES

Are you in need of pet supplies and can’t make a pop up event? Contact us to learn what supplies are available and how to pick them up. We can work with you to arrange delivery if needed.

UPcoming Events & OFFERS

Please check the site regularly for updates, cancellations, and venue changes and RSVP by ​contacting us if you plan on joining for a pop up. Thank you!

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Pop Up Pantry

10:30-11:30

Arlington Eats

117 Broadway

Arlington Town Day

10:30-4:30

Mass. Ave between Ple​asant & Jason St.

Where are you located? W​hat are your hours?

We’re located in Arlington, MA. You can access our resources through our pop up pantries or scheduled pick up/drop off. ​We​ are open Monday - Friday from 10:30a-4:00p.

How can I get supplies?

Check our website and Facebook page to learn about our pop up pantries. If you can’t make our pop ups or are looking for something specific, contact us and we will work with you to schedule a time for pick up.

What can I donate? Where do I donate?

All donated supplies must be new, unopened, and unexpired. Used items create more work for us as we need to assess them and ​throw them out. We are always taking monetary donations or donations from our Amazon Wish List.

• Things we take: food (unopened & unexpired, including RX), treats & toppers, clean metal & plastic bowls, new ​fountains/feeders, new grooming supplies, new toys, new collars/harnesses & leashes, new clothes, poop bags & pee pads, ​litter, new pans & sifters, flea & tick medication, supplements
• Things we don’t take: opened/expired food, used toys, used grooming supplies, used leashes/collars/harnesses, ceramic ​bowls, Nyla bones, cones, prescribed medication, used fountains/feeders

Contact us to schedule a drop off time. Please do not donate without contacting us first, we need to assess need and space ​availability.

Can I volunteer?

We are always looking for volunteers! Please email this form to leeanna@pallett.com

Groups that Help Us

• Adult Day Programs
  
• Arlington Dog Group
  
• Arlington Eats
• Arlington Residents
• Calvary Church - Arlington
• Ciao Bow Wow - North Andover
• Council of Aging - Arlington
• Local Animal Rescues
• Low Income Housing
• Pet Supplies Plus
• Unleashed by Petco
  

Groups We Help

• All Dogs go to Hellen - NH
  
• CENLA CAFA - LA
  
• City of Cambridge Animal Control
• City of Lawrence
• Equipment to Aruba/Food Venezuela
• People Helping People - Burlington
• Paws of New England - Haverhill (out of ​Memphis)
• Second Chance Rescue - MA
• Somerville Homeless Coalition
  

Media

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When I found myself homeless with my dog in 2022 because of abuse by my ex fiancé, I was ​terrified I wouldn’t be able to keep my best friend safe. Because of community support from ​Arlington Pet Food Pantry, I have received unwavering support for my dog. From monthly ​pickups of food to licensing in the city, I now live in. I spent 16 month months homeless, living in ​my vehicle despite having severe medical issues, a recent hysterectomy just 10 days before ​becoming homeless, as well as domestic abuse. It is very difficult to get myself back into safe ​and stable housing. But with help from LeeAnna, I haven’t had to worry about how I will feed my ​best friend and support animal.”

Arlington Pet Food Pantry – Mission Statement

We want to provide support to those who are struggling to provide for their pets. To this end, we solicit ​donations of pet food and pet supplies. We work with individuals, animal welfare organizations, entities ​combatting food insecurity, and municipalities to distribute to those in need. We also want to provide ​opportunities for meaningful employment for disabled adults and volunteer opportunities for ​community members.

Arlington Pet Food Pantry