When Community Pet Project was founded in 2017, its initial goal was to assist the pets of homeless and at-risk Hillsborough County residents by providing basic items up to and including food, treats, collars, leashes, and toys. Thanks to the generosity of donors and hard work of our volunteers, we have since expanded our services to include emergency medical aid, spaying and neutering referrals and funding, fostering, and grief care.
If you or someone you know would like to learn more about the help we can offer, please fill out a contact form.
If you or someone you know would like to learn more about the help we can offer, please fill out a contact form.
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Food BankWe offer pet food to the pets of homeless and at-risk residents in Hillsborough County. Free delivery and free pick up are available. To request food, please email us at [email protected].
Food is distributed on Saturdays and Sundays. The cut off for requests is 12:00pm on Wednesdays. Please be sure to answer all questions in our reply to ensure prompt delivery or pickup. |
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Veterinary Financial AssistanceNobody should have to choose between buying groceries or paying their utilities and getting their family members the help that they need. Unfortunately, many Hillsborough County residents are forced to make choices like these every day.
As long as funding exists, we are here to help cover the costs of veterinary care for the pets of those who aren't able to afford full payment on their own. Do you need assistance with your pet's exam, surgery, or humane euthanasia? We want to help. Please reach out to us by filling out a contact form or emailing [email protected]. Veterinarians and veterinary clinics interested in partnering with us are encouraged to reach out. |
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JUST SAY NO!Too many puppies and kittens are thrown out on highways, dumped on vacant properties, and left in boxes outside of stores. As such, we’ve started our JUST SAY NO! program, which is meant to help Hillsborough County residents cover the cost of spaying and neutering their pets before unwanted litters are born. If you qualify for the county voucher, we will help you fill out the application and cover the copay. If you don’t qualify, we will cover the cost of spaying/neutering for up to three adult pets per home; if you have more than three pets, females will be prioritized.
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Fleece for the Furbabies: A Labor of LoveFleece for the Furbabies provides handmade fleece blankets, snuffle mats, and rope toys to the pets of the homeless and at risk in Hillsborough County Florida. Created as an opportunity for kids to get volunteer service hours for school, this program is a fantastic volunteer opportunity for younger folks wanting to get involved in our cause.
Find this group on Facebook! |
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Warrior Cats of HillsboroughWarrior Cats of Hillsborough is a group for the cats of veterans and active-duty military that need medical assistance or are experiencing a hardship including homelessness. Warrior Cats of Hillsborough is able to foster the service members cat free of charge while the service member receives care. Foster care is typically up to 30 days but can be extended in certain circumstances. We require a VA Case Worker or Social Worker to reach out to us on behalf of the service member.
Find this group on Facebook! |
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Grief Counseling Services (Upcoming)Death and loss are sometimes a mystery to the person that’s walking on a grief journey. It’s especially mysterious to pet parents. Our new service, Pet Grief Counseling, will help guide those that need support through the loss of their beloved pet. Beginning in April of 2024, this service will be offered to anyone needing a support system while grieving.
Please keep an eye on our website and social media pages for more details as they emerge. |