Feeding Pets of the Homeless Receives Critical Grant Support

Feeding Pets of the Homeless, a national animal welfare nonprofit based in Carson City, Nev., has received significant funding to support its mission of providing pet food and emergency veterinary care to pets belonging to people experiencing homelessness.

Recently, the organization secured a $2,000 grant from Albertsons Companies Foundation of Phoenix, Ariz. This generous contribution has enabled Feeding Pets of the Homeless to make a significant impact on the lives of both homeless individuals and their beloved pets in the Reno community. With the grant funding, a total of 835 pounds of dog food and 654 pounds of cat food were procured from Safeway, a subsidiary of Albertsons, located in Reno. This substantial donation of pet food will provide crucial support to those in need and their beloved animal companions.

The pet food acquired through this grant was distributed through the Saint Francis of Assisi Food Pantry, a local organization committed to assisting low-income individuals and those experiencing homelessness in the Reno area. This collaboration ensures that both people and their pets receive essential nourishment, alleviating a significant burden on those facing hardship.

Genevieve Frederick, founder and president of Feeding Pets of the Homeless, emphasized the importance of such support. “Companion animals are often the only support, comfort, protection, and warmth that a person experiencing homelessness may have,” she said. “It is heartwarming to see companies stepping up to support our mission, and we are deeply thankful for their generosity.”

Feeding Pets of the Homeless has been dedicated to its mission since its founding in 2008. The organization provides free pet food, supplies, emergency veterinary care, and wellness clinics to companion animals of the homeless population across the nation. Over the years, the organization has provided veterinary care to more than 30,000 pets and collected and distributed an impressive 2 million pounds of pet food.

Furthermore, Feeding Pets of the Homeless has also secured $90,000 in grants from various foundations, including the Mental Insight Foundation, to expand aid for homeless pets. These grants will help the organization continue its critical work in providing essential services to pets in need.

The need for pet food and veterinary care is a continued concern for people experiencing homelessness and the pets that rely on them. According to Frederick, as many as 25 percent of those experiencing homelessness have dogs, cats, or both. The support from organizations like Albertsons Companies Foundation and other grant providers is crucial in addressing this need.

For those experiencing homelessness and in need of emergency veterinary care or food for their pets, Feeding Pets of the Homeless offers various resources. Individuals can visit the organization’s website at www.petsofthehomeless.org, call (775) 841-7463, or have their social worker contact Feeding Pets of the Homeless for assistance.

The organization’s commitment to keeping pets and humans together is underscored by its belief in the unconditional love, loyalty, companionship, and protection that pets provide to their owners. By supporting Feeding Pets of the Homeless, individuals and companies can help make a tangible difference in the lives of those in need and their beloved pets.