This page includes information about organizations that provide free pet food in Pima County and if they have any requirements for you to receive the assistance. Some sites may have supplies as well as food. It is always a good idea to call first and make sure the location has food available the day you want to pick it up. Scroll down to learn how to donate food and supplies in our community.
Humane Society of Southern Arizona – Main Shelter
Where: 635 W. Roger Rd
Tucson, AZ 85705
(520) 327-6088
When: First Sunday of each month 8am – 10am (when the first Sunday is a holiday, food distribution is available the following Sunday instead)
Provided if available: cat/dog food, cat litter, treats Requirements: Must be able to provide proof of pet sterilization.
Woofs Without Roofs
Where: Z Mansion
288 N. Church
Tucson, AZ 85701
(520) 888-7279 Kathryn Halstead DMV
When: Second Sunday of each month 10-11:30
Provided if available: dog/cat food and supplies. Wellness clinic as well. Requirements: for the pets of homeless or homeless in transition owners.
Hermitage Cat Shelter
Where: 5278 E. 21st Street
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 571-7839
When: Thursdays 9 to 2.
Provided if available: dog and cat food, cat litter. Income requirements are available on their website and proof of pet sterilization is also required.
The Sanctuary Project
When/Where: Contact The Sanctuary Project to make arrangements
(800) 691-9168
Provided if available: cat/dog food Requirements: After receiving first donation, one hour of volunteering with organization is required per donation
The Animal League of Green Valley
Where: 1600 W. Duval Mine Road
Green Valley, AZ 85614
(520) 625-3170
When: Daily from 10-2
Provided if available – cat/dog food Requirements: Must sign form saying you received a pet food donation
Casa Maria Catholic Worker Community
Where: 352 E. 25th St
Tucson, AZ 85713
(520) 624-0312
When: Daily from 8:30-11:30
Provided if available: cat/dog food Requirements: None
The Pet Ministry at Christ Church United Methodist
Where: The Food Bank (west side of church campus)
655 N. Craycroft
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 795-3624
When: Monday – Friday 9:00 – 12:00
Provided if available: cat/dog food. Requirements: One of the many Food Pantries availabe to low income families. Learn more at Community Food Bank of Southern AZ**
Grace St. Paul’s Episcopal Church
Where: Joseph’s Pantry, North side of the church.
2331 E. Adams St.
Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 327-6857
When: Monday – (and most)Saturday 9:00 – 12:00
Provided: cat/dog food. Call during the week to see if they are open that Saturday.
Southern Arizona AIDS Foundation, Pawsitive Friends Pet Food Bank
Where: complete the online form
SAAF’s Pet Food Bank is generously supported by the Meals on Wheels America Pet Initiative, Meals on Wheels Loves Pets.
** Another possibility: The Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona provides help to low income families. They provide one food box per month for your entire family and they will include pet food when they have it available. You do not have to prove your income. You just need a photo ID and sign a form stating your income is less than a certain amount. You can call the food bank locations nearest you to see if pet food is available (depends on the donations they received). For eligibility guidelines and locations of the food pantries click here: https://www.communityfoodbank.org/Get-Help/Food-Boxes
IF YOU CAN, PLEASE DONATE PET FOOD, PET SUPPLIES OR CASH
Every pet food pantry that offers free food or supplies is relying on donations to make that possible. PLEASE support them!
In addition to the locations listed above, Cody’s Friends Charity has a list of “Donation Stations” all around town that community organizations utilize.