Dog Food Giveaway: Help for Households in Need
This Saturday, the Animal Rescue League of Iowa and DMARC are hosting a crucial drive-thru dog food giveaway to help families facing hardship. The event, running from 10 a.m. to noon at DMARC on 100 army Post Road, offers vital pet food assistance during a time of increasing need.Thanks to Cargill’s generous donation of over 65,000 meals, the first-come, first-served distribution will be supported by over 70 volunteers. This year alone, the ARL has provided nearly 40,000 pounds of pet food, aiding thousands of animals. News Directory 3 understands the importance of community support. What’s next in the fight to feed hungry pets?
Dog Food Giveaway Aims to Support Pets in Need
Updated June 6,2025
Teh Animal Rescue League of Iowa (ARL) and the Des Moines Area Religious Council (DMARC) are teaming up to host a drive-thru dog food giveaway this Saturday. the event,scheduled from 10 a.m.to noon at DMARC, located at 100 Army Post road, aims to provide crucial support to families struggling to feed their pets. This pet food assistance initiative comes at a time when demand for such services is higher than ever.
Cargill, based in Albert Lea, Minn., contributed significantly to the cause with a donation of more than 65,000 dog food meals. Distribution will operate on a first-come, first-served basis, with over 70 volunteers from Fort Des Moines assisting in the effort.
The ARL provides donated pet food regularly through the DMARC Food Pantry Network, which includes 14 pantry locations, a mobile unit, and a home delivery service. This year, the network has already distributed nearly 40,000 pounds of pet food, benefiting 2,610 pets and 683 families.
In 2024,DMARC food pantries assisted more than 75,500 individuals,reflecting an unprecedented level of need within the community.
What’s next
Organizers hope to continue and expand these efforts, ensuring that families in need can continue to provide for their beloved pets.