ARF Expanding Its Outreach to Food Pantries

The Animal Rescue Fund of the Hamptons is expanding its community outreach through new partnerships with local food pantries to ensure families across the East End have access to pet food, collars, toys, and other essential supplies for their cats and dogs. The initiative is supported by the generosity of Wally Zeins and Andy Sabin, along with a developing partnership with PetSmart, all helping advance ARF’s mission to keep pets healthy and at home.

For families facing financial uncertainty, even basic pet care can become a challenge.

“We know how hard this time of year can be,” said Kim Nichols, executive director and CEO of ARF Hamptons. “Families rely on their pets for comfort and connection, especially when things feel uncertain. Our goal is to make sure no one has to choose between their own needs and caring for their animals. We want to lift that weight, even just a little.”

Through its pantry partnerships, ARF regularly distributes dog and cat food, collars, leashes, harnesses, toys, enrichment items and other vital supplies. A dedicated donor helps underwrite a portion of the cost of food for animals in ARF’s care, allowing more donated items to be redirected to the community. These resources help prevent pet surrenders during difficult times, keeping animals where they belong — with the families who love them.

For more information about ARF’s community programs, pantry partnerships, or ways to support its work, call 631-537-0400, email info@arfhamptons.org or visit arfhamptons.org.