Waukegan Park District hosts 14th annual Food for Paws Holiday Pet Food Drive

Posted November 19, 2024 4:32 pm

Submitted by the Waukegan Park District

The Waukegan Park District is hosting the 14th Annual Food for Paws Holiday Pet Food Drive until Friday, Dec. 6. Donations will be accepted at the Field House Sports, Fitness & Aquatics Center, at 800 Baldwin Ave., in Hinkston Park. The collection of pet food and supplies benefits Waukegan Animals Getting Saved.

WAGS is a local nonprofit organization created to collect donations and supplies for the Waukegan Police Department Animal Control. The volunteers are passionate about helping the animals of Waukegan. Assistance provided includes basic veterinary care, spay/neutering, adoption and community education.

“From food to medicine, the Food for Paws Holiday Pet Food Drive helps to collect essential supplies for the Waukegan Police Department Animal Control,” Anton L. Mathews, president of the Waukegan Park District Board of Commissioners said. “It is inspiring to see the generosity of the community shine during the holiday season. It is a reminder of how, together, a community can make an impact.”

“The Waukegan Park District is proud to host the Food for Paws Holiday Pet Food Drive once again,” Executive Director of the Waukegan Park District Jay Lerner said. “The drive is a reflection of the power of collective action and is a success year after year thanks to the generosity and compassion of the community.”

“The Waukegan Police Department Animal Control is grateful for the efforts of the Waukegan Park District to collect essential pet supplies through the Food for Paws Holiday Pet Food Drive,” Chief Edgar Navarro of the Waukegan Police Department said. “The outpouring of support reflects the caring spirit that defines Waukegan. Every donation makes a meaningful difference in the lives of local animals.”

The Waukegan Park District is accepting pet food and supplies, including unopened cans and bags of food, bowls, medicine, beds, toys, collars, and leashes. More information, including a list of accepted items, is available at waukeganparks.org/paws.

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